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H6 KOT

1997 BMW 535

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

168,582 mi
Last recorded168,582 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW 535117,977 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH6 KOT
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 168,582 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2025 168,572 miles

Emissions oxygen sensor obviously defective (8.2.1.1 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2024
Pass 3 Jul 2023 163,101 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2023 163,101 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2022

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal all previous repairs (5.3.6 (a) (i))

general corrosion to under body and components

Fail 2 Jul 2022

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal all previous repairs (5.3.6 (a) (i))

general corrosion to under body and components

Pass 7 Jul 2021 157,260 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 156,974 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2016 155,740 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 154,844 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 154,721 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 153,302 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 152,457 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 150,422 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 147,942 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 14,790 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 130,946 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 122,314 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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H6 KOT 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 84.2%.

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 H6 KOT, 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 H6 KOT registered?

H6 KOT is a 1997 BMW 535, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is H6 KOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for H6 KOT shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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