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R724 KRC

1997 BMW 535

Grey Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 BMW 535117,977 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR724 KRC
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2016

both rear tyres completely bald on the inner edge.

Fail 15 Apr 2016

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working too dim (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure split (8.2.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working too dim (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure split (8.2.2)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

both rear tyres completely bald on the inner edge.

Pass 1 Apr 2015
Fail 29 Mar 2014

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 29 Mar 2014
Pass 13 Apr 2013 175,145 miles

brake pad warning lamp illuminated but brake pads appear to be health. further investigation required

front shock absorbers have reduced dampening effect

Fail 13 Apr 2013

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

brake pad warning lamp illuminated but brake pads appear to be health. further investigation required

front shock absorbers have reduced dampening effect

Pass 30 Nov 2011 168,415 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2011 168,415 miles

Offside Outer Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 160,126 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 152,327 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 143,436 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2007 137,700 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 126,590 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2006 126,590 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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R724 KRC is a 1997 BMW 535 in Grey with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 R724 KRC, 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 R724 KRC registered?

R724 KRC is a 1997 BMW 535, first registered on 19 September 1997.

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