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R32 GBB

1997 BMW 535

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

65,947 mi
Last recorded65,947 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2016
Typical for 1997 BMW 535117,977 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR32 GBB
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2016 65,947 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 4 Aug 2015 64,051 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 62,420 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Aug 2014 62,420 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Aug 2013 60,656 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Oil leak

Pass 21 Aug 2012 58,656 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 56,722 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 56,722 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 54,638 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 52,372 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 49,764 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 47,591 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2007 47,591 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

slight corroision to main brake pipes

slight oil leak from O/S engine rocker cover

Pass 29 Aug 2006 44,724 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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R32 GBB is a 1997 BMW 535 in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 R32 GBB, 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.

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What year was R32 GBB registered?

R32 GBB is a 1997 BMW 535, first registered on 10 September 1997.

Is R32 GBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R32 GBB shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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