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E535 CVS

1988 BMW 535

White Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2022
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

Typical for 1988 BMW 535143,296 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE535 CVS
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2021
Pass 4 Nov 2015 234,522 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Nov 2015 234,522 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2014 233,607 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Off side jacking area croded.

Oil leak

Fail 16 Sep 2014 233,605 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust tail box croded.

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Off side jacking area croded.

Oil leak

Pass 5 Aug 2010 233,162 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2010 233,160 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Pass 31 Oct 2006 232,749 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2006 232,738 miles

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

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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E535 CVS is a 1988 BMW 535 in White with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 E535 CVS, 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

How do I check the history of E535 CVS?

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What year was E535 CVS registered?

E535 CVS is a 1988 BMW 535, first registered on 2 June 1988.

Is E535 CVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for E535 CVS shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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