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E386 TCV

1988 BMW 535

Black Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

180,746 mi
Last recorded180,746 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2006
Typical for 1988 BMW 535143,296 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE386 TCV
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2006 180,746 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 180,746 miles

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

no reverse drivr from gearbox

rear petrol pipes starting to rust

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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E386 TCV is a 1988 BMW 535 in Black with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 E386 TCV, 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 E386 TCV registered?

E386 TCV is a 1988 BMW 535, first registered on 1 June 1988.

Is E386 TCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E386 TCV shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E386 TCV have outstanding finance?

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