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F395 DFV

1989 BMW 535

Grey Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

91,486 mi
Last recorded91,486 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2022
Typical for 1989 BMW 535145,225 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF395 DFV
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2022 91,486 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 91,407 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 90,910 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2020 90,907 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2018 90,603 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 85,020 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 84,632 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 144,637 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 84,123 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 80,846 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 82,844 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 80,784 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 78,042 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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F395 DFV is a 1989 BMW 535 in Grey with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 F395 DFV, 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

How do I check the history of F395 DFV?

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What year was F395 DFV registered?

F395 DFV is a 1989 BMW 535, first registered on 5 January 1989.

Is F395 DFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F395 DFV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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