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G868 SJO

1989 BMW 535

Black Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

104,744 mi
Last recorded104,744 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2007
Typical for 1989 BMW 535145,225 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG868 SJO
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 29 Mar 2007 104,744 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 102,227 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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G868 SJO is a 1989 BMW 535 in Black with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests 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 G868 SJO, 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.

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What year was G868 SJO registered?

G868 SJO is a 1989 BMW 535, first registered on 24 October 1989.

Is G868 SJO safe to buy?

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