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A15 SMR

1988 BMW 535

Grey Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

148,882 mi
Last recorded148,882 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2006
Typical for 1988 BMW 535143,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA15 SMR
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 24 Feb 2006 148,882 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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A15 SMR is a 1988 BMW 535 in Grey with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 143,296 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 A15 SMR, 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 38 years old, this BMW 535 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A15 SMR registered?

A15 SMR is a 1988 BMW 535, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is A15 SMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A15 SMR shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A15 SMR have outstanding finance?

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