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LA51 EKF

2001 BMW 535

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2014
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,715 mi
Last recorded88,715 miles
Recorded on24 May 2013
Typical for 2001 BMW 53599,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA51 EKF
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 24 May 2013 88,715 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

Pass 19 Oct 2011 78,108 miles

STRONGLY ADVISE REAR TYRES ON 1.6 MM TREAD DEPTH

Pass 2 Nov 2010 73,252 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 65,232 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 53,435 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 47,375 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 41,247 miles

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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LA51 EKF is a 2001 BMW 535 in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 99,105 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 LA51 EKF, 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 25 years old, this BMW 535 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LA51 EKF?

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What year was LA51 EKF registered?

LA51 EKF is a 2001 BMW 535, first registered on 28 December 2001.

Is LA51 EKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA51 EKF shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LA51 EKF have outstanding finance?

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