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F135 NLW

1988 BMW 535

Red Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

112,422 mi
Last recorded112,422 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2007
Typical for 1988 BMW 535143,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF135 NLW
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2007 112,422 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 108,051 miles
Pass 11 May 2006
Fail 11 May 2006

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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F135 NLW is a 1988 BMW 535 in Red with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 F135 NLW, 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 F135 NLW?

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What year was F135 NLW registered?

F135 NLW is a 1988 BMW 535, first registered on 7 September 1988.

Is F135 NLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F135 NLW shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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