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P49 LTF

1996 BMW 535

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

161,314 mi
Last recorded161,314 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2010
Typical for 1996 BMW 535127,247 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP49 LTF
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2010 161,314 miles

all tyres close to legal limit

both sides rear lower fulcrum bushes worn

Fail 26 Feb 2010 161,314 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

all tyres close to legal limit

both sides rear lower fulcrum bushes worn

Pass 26 Feb 2009 146,529 miles

Nearside rear tyre wor on inner edge

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Jan 2008 127,270 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 104,341 miles

front disc lipped

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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P49 LTF is a 1996 BMW 535 in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P49 LTF, 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

How do I check the history of P49 LTF?

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What year was P49 LTF registered?

P49 LTF is a 1996 BMW 535, first registered on 1 November 1996.

Is P49 LTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P49 LTF 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.

Does P49 LTF have outstanding finance?

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