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R736 LTD

1997 BMW 535

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

138,380 mi
Last recorded138,380 miles
Recorded on14 May 2019
Typical for 1997 BMW 535117,977 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR736 LTD
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2019 138,380 miles

Covers fitted on sills (inner and outer)

Engine covers/Under-trays fitted

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Under-chassis, Brakes, Suspension components corroded

Vehicle is heavily under-sealed

Fail 7 May 2019 138,374 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 137,231 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 126,875 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 113,736 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2014 110,531 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 108,847 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

nearside has play in steering arm/box

wipers worn

Pass 17 Dec 2011 107,514 miles

rear brake discs slightly worn

Pass 11 Dec 2010 104,459 miles

both front side lamps flicker on and of without being switched on about every 10 to 20 seconds

both head lamps have incorrect beam image

Pass 12 Dec 2009 100,169 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2008 92,885 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2007 86,102 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 81,526 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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R736 LTD is a 1997 BMW 535 in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R736 LTD, 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 R736 LTD registered?

R736 LTD is a 1997 BMW 535, first registered on 18 November 1997.

Is R736 LTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R736 LTD shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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