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J315 RJO

1992 BMW 535

Silver Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2022
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

281,021 mi
Last recorded281,021 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2023
Typical for 1992 BMW 535141,388 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ315 RJO
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 11 Feb 2023 281,021 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 13 Dec 2021 280,458 miles

Diff slight oil leak

Sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of the sill

Pass 16 Dec 2020 279,304 miles

Diff slight oil leak

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

SIll covers fitted not allowing full inspection off sills

Fail 18 Oct 2016 279,298 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded main (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded centre floor (5.2.6)

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded flitch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

Rear Fuel pipe insecure all (7.2.1)

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear axle leaking oil

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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J315 RJO is a 1992 BMW 535 in Silver with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1992 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 141,388 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J315 RJO, 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 34 years old, this BMW 535 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J315 RJO registered?

J315 RJO is a 1992 BMW 535, first registered on 15 June 1992.

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