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G6 ACV

1997 BMW 535

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

170,681 mi
Last recorded170,681 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2023
Typical for 1997 BMW 535117,977 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG6 ACV
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2023 170,681 miles

Sill & undercovers

Pass 23 Feb 2022 169,359 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 161,805 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2020 156,753 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 154,277 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 152,234 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 150,561 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 149,418 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2015 147,358 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 147,358 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 147,101 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 145,728 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 144,958 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 141,250 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 137,403 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2009 137,385 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 135,001 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 127,618 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 123,300 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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G6 ACV is a 1997 BMW 535 in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1997 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 117,977 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 G6 ACV, 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 29 years old, this BMW 535 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G6 ACV registered?

G6 ACV is a 1997 BMW 535, first registered on 14 March 1997.

Is G6 ACV safe to buy?

The MOT history for G6 ACV shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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