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R154 BAR

1998 BMW 535

White Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2022
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

173,953 mi
Last recorded173,953 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2021
Typical for 1998 BMW 535110,452 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR154 BAR
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2021 173,953 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2021 173,946 miles

Emissions not tested OVERHEATING (8.2.1.2 (d))

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2020 169,172 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 Dec 2019

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 6 Dec 2018 162,103 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2016
Pass 3 Sep 2015
Pass 4 Sep 2014 153,920 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 148,600 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 149,051 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 142,119 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 137,456 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 147,221 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 132,118 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2009 132,118 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 125,696 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 119,629 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 112,385 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2005 107,571 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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R154 BAR is a 1998 BMW 535 in White with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1998 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 110,452 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 R154 BAR, 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 28 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 R154 BAR registered?

R154 BAR is a 1998 BMW 535, first registered on 11 June 1998.

Is R154 BAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R154 BAR shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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