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J417 ROF

1991 BMW 535

Beige Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

108,152 mi
Last recorded108,152 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2013
Typical for 1991 BMW 535145,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ417 ROF
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1991
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2013 108,152 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 107,867 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 9 Sep 2011 107,600 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 107,600 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 107,351 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 106,597 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil coated on some brake pipes

Pass 28 Aug 2008 106,572 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 28 Aug 2008 106,572 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 105,934 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2005 102,434 miles

Front to rear brake pipe slight corrosion

Fail 20 Aug 2005 102,243 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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J417 ROF is a 1991 BMW 535 in Beige with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1991 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 145,926 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 J417 ROF, 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 35 years old, this BMW 535 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J417 ROF registered?

J417 ROF is a 1991 BMW 535, first registered on 19 September 1991.

Is J417 ROF safe to buy?

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