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R869 KAB

1998 BMW 535

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

73,711 mi
Last recorded73,711 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2022
Typical for 1998 BMW 535110,452 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR869 KAB
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2022 73,711 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 67,842 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 61,952 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 61,952 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Handbrake needs attention

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

Pass 29 Apr 2010 56,473 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 50,652 miles

Advise-possible leak on n/s/r air suspension

Pass 23 Apr 2008 45,126 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 45,118 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Apr 2007 39,327 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 33,585 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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R869 KAB is a 1998 BMW 535 in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R869 KAB, 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 R869 KAB registered?

R869 KAB is a 1998 BMW 535, first registered on 20 February 1998.

Is R869 KAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R869 KAB shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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