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6803 PF

1997 BMW 535

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

38,374 mi
Last recorded38,374 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW 535117,977 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration6803 PF
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 38,374 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 30 Apr 2025 37,576 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 37,449 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 37,025 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged perished and cracking (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 7 Jul 2018 35,835 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 33,322 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2017 33,322 miles

Headlamp aim too high BOTH (1.8)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 32,613 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 31,760 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 30,867 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 30,158 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 29,610 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 29,217 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 28,767 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 28,758 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 28,332 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 27,929 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 27,610 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 27,197 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 535?

Based on 216,162 MOT tests across 18,035 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
7,094
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
18,035
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,346
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,237
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,669
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,608
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,438
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6803 PF is a 1997 BMW 535 in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1997 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 117,977 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,346 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 6803 PF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 535 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this BMW 535 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 6803 PF?

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What year was 6803 PF registered?

6803 PF is a 1997 BMW 535, first registered on 29 April 1997.

Is 6803 PF safe to buy?

The MOT history for 6803 PF shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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