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J837 GGP

1991 BMW 535

Blue Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

216,799 mi
Last recorded216,799 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2023
Typical for 1991 BMW 535145,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ837 GGP
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2023 216,799 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 214,798 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 211,246 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 208,033 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 205,573 miles

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Sep 2018 205,555 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced flor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced flor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2017 203,619 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 200,672 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

STEERING MULTLINK SLIGHT PLAY

Pass 29 Sep 2015 197,395 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 27 Sep 2014 194,215 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 191,898 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 188,808 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 184,831 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 180,415 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 177,499 miles

front brake pads are low.

rear brake pads are on the legal limit.

Fail 22 Oct 2007 177,497 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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J837 GGP is a 1991 BMW 535 in Blue with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 J837 GGP, 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 J837 GGP registered?

J837 GGP is a 1991 BMW 535, first registered on 31 December 1991.

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