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P628 ENU

1997 BMW 535

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

154,091 mi
Last recorded154,091 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2011
Typical for 1997 BMW 535117,977 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP628 ENU
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2011 154,091 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 148,145 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

brake pipes pitted some are rusty

front brake discs worn

rear diff leak

Fail 5 Aug 2010 148,145 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

brake pipes pitted some are rusty

front brake discs worn

rear diff leak

Pass 28 Jul 2009 141,655 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 133,582 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 121,890 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2007 121,890 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN ON OUTER SECTIONS WHEEL ALIGN CHECK ADVISED

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

Pass 17 Jun 2006 117,981 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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P628 ENU is a 1997 BMW 535 in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P628 ENU, 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

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What year was P628 ENU registered?

P628 ENU is a 1997 BMW 535, first registered on 9 May 1997.

Is P628 ENU safe to buy?

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