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B10 DFS

1997 BMW 535

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

125,398 mi
Last recorded125,398 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2012
Typical for 1997 BMW 535117,977 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB10 DFS
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2012 125,398 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 123,293 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 120,862 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 119,069 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 119,062 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 17 Sep 2007 114,797 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 111,516 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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B10 DFS is a 1997 BMW 535 in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 B10 DFS, 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

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What year was B10 DFS registered?

B10 DFS is a 1997 BMW 535, first registered on 29 September 1997.

Is B10 DFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for B10 DFS shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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