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G500 HEW

1989 BMW 535

Black Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

176,766 mi
Last recorded176,766 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2024
Typical for 1989 BMW 535145,225 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG500 HEW
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2024 176,766 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 175,464 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 173,579 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 171,546 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 169,314 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 166,969 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 164,423 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 187,620 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 185,345 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 182,325 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 178,919 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 176,348 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 170,258 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Nov 2008 168,011 miles

unable to check condition of o/s front to rear brake pipe due to recent application of underseal

Fail 4 Nov 2008 167,954 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Nov 2007 161,610 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 154,133 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2005 142,806 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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G500 HEW is a 1989 BMW 535 in Black with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 G500 HEW, 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 G500 HEW?

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What year was G500 HEW registered?

G500 HEW is a 1989 BMW 535, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G500 HEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G500 HEW shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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