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F232 JKM

1989 BMW 535

Red Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

119,455 mi
Last recorded119,455 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2006
Typical for 1989 BMW 535145,225 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF232 JKM
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 1 Feb 2006 119,455 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

exhaust in poor condition advisereplacement soon

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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F232 JKM is a 1989 BMW 535 in Red with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 145,225 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 F232 JKM, 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 37 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 F232 JKM registered?

F232 JKM is a 1989 BMW 535, first registered on 10 May 1989.

Is F232 JKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F232 JKM shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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