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A18 FFO

2011 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

140,558 mi
Last recorded140,558 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 53579,465 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 FFO
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 140,558 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 128,079 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2024 128,079 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low BOTH SIDES (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 119,976 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 113,006 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 16 Jul 2021 107,002 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 12 Aug 2020 102,109 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 98,253 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2019 98,253 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 93,716 miles

sill covers and undertrays fitted at time of test

Pass 26 Sep 2017 87,765 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 72,931 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 60,886 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jul 2014 52,241 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 18 Jul 2014 52,241 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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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A18 FFO is a 2011 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2011 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 79,465 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A18 FFO, 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 15 years old, this BMW 535 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A18 FFO registered?

A18 FFO is a 2011 BMW 535, first registered on 8 August 2011.

Is A18 FFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 FFO shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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