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P35 JCC

1997 BMW 535

Green Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

159,613 mi
Last recorded159,613 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2009
Typical for 1997 BMW 535117,977 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP35 JCC
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2009 159,613 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 21 Jul 2009 159,606 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 157,338 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 153,322 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 148,793 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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P35 JCC is a 1997 BMW 535 in Green with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 117,977 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 P35 JCC, 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 29 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 P35 JCC?

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What year was P35 JCC registered?

P35 JCC is a 1997 BMW 535, first registered on 6 February 1997.

Is P35 JCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P35 JCC shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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