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DHZ 4259

1990 BMW 535

Grey Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

211,802 mi
Last recorded211,802 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2017
Typical for 1990 BMW 535144,984 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHZ 4259
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2017 211,802 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2017 211,800 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Macpherson strut worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Macpherson strut worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 189,449 miles

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

Fail 3 Oct 2016

Direction indicators not working all (1.4.A.2c)

Headlamp not working on main beam Both front (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Pass 8 Jan 2014 183,419 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside front tyre worn on inner edge.

Spring clip missing from offside front brake caliper.

Pass 21 Feb 2013 176,790 miles

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

Coolant leak

Fuel pipe/s corroded

brake discs pitted

Pass 21 Jul 2006 169,963 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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DHZ 4259 is a 1990 BMW 535 in Grey with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DHZ 4259, 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 DHZ 4259 registered?

DHZ 4259 is a 1990 BMW 535, first registered on 5 April 1990.

Is DHZ 4259 safe to buy?

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