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R224 PEO

1997 BMW 535

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

128,930 mi
Last recorded128,930 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2021
Typical for 1997 BMW 535117,977 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR224 PEO
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2021 128,930 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 127,148 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 123,963 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 May 2018 121,066 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 17 May 2017 117,973 miles

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

Fail 17 May 2017 117,973 miles

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 12 May 2016 115,308 miles
Fail 12 May 2016 115,308 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir cap missing (3.6.G.1a)

Pass 19 May 2015 112,655 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 108,588 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 102,752 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2012 98,979 miles

Air bag light illuminated.

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2011 93,983 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Feb 2010 88,694 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 82,741 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Jan 2008 77,043 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2008 77,043 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2007 71,072 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 66,662 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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R224 PEO is a 1997 BMW 535 in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 R224 PEO, 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 R224 PEO registered?

R224 PEO is a 1997 BMW 535, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R224 PEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R224 PEO shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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