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J472 VDP

1992 BMW 535

Red Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

161,479 mi
Last recorded161,479 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2009
Typical for 1992 BMW 535141,388 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ472 VDP
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 5 Aug 2009 161,479 miles

Oil leak

Pass 4 Aug 2008 155,751 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 204,067 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 149,851 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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J472 VDP is a 1992 BMW 535 in Red with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 J472 VDP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J472 VDP?

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What year was J472 VDP registered?

J472 VDP is a 1992 BMW 535, first registered on 20 March 1992.

Is J472 VDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J472 VDP shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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