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CNZ 3849

1990 BMW 535

Black Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

218,241 mi
Last recorded218,241 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2020
Typical for 1990 BMW 535144,984 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCNZ 3849
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2020 218,241 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (lack of use) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 207,019 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 201,790 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2016 201,782 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

oil leak

petrol cap starting to crack

Pass 30 May 2015 201,667 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 201,655 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2011 201,615 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 198,927 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front windscreen marked

fuel pipes corroded

Fail 29 Sep 2010 198,752 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front windscreen marked

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 13 Oct 2009 196,589 miles

brake pipes on rear corroded

front coil springs corroded

fuel pipes corroded front to back and rear across back but not leaking

play in n/s/f inner control arm bushes

sill covers fitted unable to inspect outer sills

slight rust around disc edges

Pass 21 May 2008 189,925 miles

exhaust starting to detiorate

fuel pipes corrodeing

Fail 20 May 2008 189,923 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

exhaust starting to detiorate

Pass 21 Mar 2007 186,004 miles

rear tyres low + n/s/r worn inner edge

slight play in front rear most arms

slight play in steering idler

surface rust rear brake pipes

Pass 20 Mar 2006 179,817 miles

slight amount of free play in steering

slight rust on n/s/r inner disc face

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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CNZ 3849 is a 1990 BMW 535 in Black with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1990 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 144,984 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 CNZ 3849, 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 36 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 CNZ 3849 registered?

CNZ 3849 is a 1990 BMW 535, first registered on 25 May 1990.

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