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J46 ORF

1991 BMW 535

Red Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

187,198 mi
Last recorded187,198 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2006
Typical for 1991 BMW 535145,926 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ46 ORF
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 10 Oct 2006 187,198 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Nearside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Oct 2005 185,674 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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J46 ORF is a 1991 BMW 535 in Red with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 J46 ORF, 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

How do I check the history of J46 ORF?

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What year was J46 ORF registered?

J46 ORF is a 1991 BMW 535, first registered on 9 August 1991.

Is J46 ORF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J46 ORF shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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