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P47 OFM

1996 BMW 535

Green Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

113,822 mi
Last recorded113,822 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 1996 BMW 535127,247 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP47 OFM
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 113,822 miles

Coil spring corroded Front and rear slightly corroded. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Fuel pipes corroded.

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Near fuel tank. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Hydraulic leak, but not excessive Diff. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Nov 2025 113,822 miles

Coil spring corroded Front and rear slightly corroded. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Fuel pipes corroded.

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Near fuel tank. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Hydraulic leak, but not excessive Diff. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 113,711 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive REAR DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2023 113,686 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 113,378 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

several areas of light corrosion

Pass 11 Oct 2021 113,028 miles

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

several areas of light corrosion

Pass 14 Oct 2020 112,933 miles

several areas of light corrosion

Pass 22 Oct 2019 111,895 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 111,402 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 110,237 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2016 102,810 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 102,645 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 102,536 miles

n/s and o/s front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 15 Oct 2013 101,836 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 101,193 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 99,699 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2011 99,695 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Oct 2010 93,710 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2009 90,232 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 86,794 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 78,183 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 74,433 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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P47 OFM is a 1996 BMW 535 in Green with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1996 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 127,247 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 P47 OFM, 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 30 years old, this BMW 535 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P47 OFM registered?

P47 OFM is a 1996 BMW 535, first registered on 15 November 1996.

Is P47 OFM safe to buy?

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