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R253 LPH

1998 BMW 535

Grey Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jan 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

64,939 mi
Last recorded64,939 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW 535110,452 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR253 LPH
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 64,939 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2025 63,531 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2024 61,460 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 60,056 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 58,730 miles

Obligatory mirror slightly damaged deteriorating glass (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Jan 2022 58,726 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Obligatory mirror slightly damaged deteriorating glass (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 57,123 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2021 57,091 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine oil leak (CAM COVER GASKETS)

Pass 28 May 2019 56,964 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2018 56,571 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 55,923 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 55,509 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 54,766 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 53,494 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 52,086 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

damage to nsf wing

Pass 25 Apr 2012 50,921 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 48,643 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 46,021 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 44,385 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 41,637 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 37,594 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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R253 LPH is a 1998 BMW 535 in Grey with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 R253 LPH, 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 R253 LPH registered?

R253 LPH is a 1998 BMW 535, first registered on 6 January 1998.

Is R253 LPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R253 LPH shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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