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R223 LSF

1998 BMW 535

Blue Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 BMW 535110,452 mi
4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR223 LSF
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2006

dirvers door air bag has gone off

offside front tyre worn on outer edge

offside rear suspension bush slight play

Fail 23 Feb 2006 86,638 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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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R223 LSF is a 1998 BMW 535 in Blue with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R223 LSF, 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 R223 LSF registered?

R223 LSF is a 1998 BMW 535, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R223 LSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R223 LSF shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R223 LSF have outstanding finance?

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