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F189 EVF

1988 BMW 535

Black Petrol 3406cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

106,773 mi
Last recorded106,773 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 1988 BMW 535143,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF189 EVF
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,406cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 106,773 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases area joint (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

both sides spoiler kit fitted not allowing fully inspection on sill

Pass 30 Aug 2016 106,705 miles

wipers not working on low speed

Pass 16 Dec 2014 106,649 miles

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

Fail 16 Dec 2014 106,649 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 13 Apr 2013 106,192 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 105,695 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 105,538 miles

brake pipe to off side front flexi brake hose corroded

fuel pipes at rear of vehicle badly corroded

near side front tyre worn / wearing on outer edge

Pass 29 Apr 2010 104,431 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 103,794 miles

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

outer edge of nearside front tyre worn

slight scratching to screen from wiper

Fail 30 Apr 2009 103,793 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

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

outer edge of nearside front tyre worn

slight scratching to screen from wiper

Pass 22 Apr 2008 102,861 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 101,473 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 100,934 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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F189 EVF is a 1988 BMW 535 in Black with a 3,406cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 F189 EVF, 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 F189 EVF registered?

F189 EVF is a 1988 BMW 535, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is F189 EVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for F189 EVF shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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