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MIB 6564

1989 BMW 535

Grey Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

208,140 mi
Last recorded208,140 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2017
Typical for 1989 BMW 535145,225 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMIB 6564
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2017 208,140 miles

Front Both coil springs rusty.

Front to rear fuel pipe rusty.

Oil leak ()

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2016 206,615 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 30 Oct 2015 206,207 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2014 204,843 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 204,296 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 203,972 miles

Oil leak

Fail 21 Apr 2012 203,971 miles

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

Both front sill corroded

Oil leak

Pass 30 Dec 2010 201,369 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 Dec 2009 196,880 miles

Oil leak

Pass 31 Dec 2008 192,139 miles

Diff oil leak

Oil leak

Pass 11 Oct 2007 184,836 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 176,863 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front tyres worn low on edges.

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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MIB 6564 is a 1989 BMW 535 in Grey with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1989 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 145,225 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 MIB 6564, 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 37 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 MIB 6564 registered?

MIB 6564 is a 1989 BMW 535, first registered on 1 April 1989.

Is MIB 6564 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MIB 6564 shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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