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R96 LYJ

1998 BMW 535

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

123,967 mi
Last recorded123,967 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2012
Typical for 1998 BMW 535110,452 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR96 LYJ
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2012 123,967 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Radius arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Radius arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 30 Apr 2012 123,967 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Upper Radius arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Upper Radius arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2011 120,670 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 117,137 miles

Both front tyres low on edges

Both rear tyres worn low and unevenly

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Fail 12 Apr 2010 117,137 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Both front tyres low on edges

Both rear tyres worn low and unevenly

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 112,977 miles

nsr hub slight play/bushes

oil leaks

rear tyres wearing inner edges

Pass 5 Apr 2008 108,540 miles

handbrake shoes req-adjusting/inspection

Pass 11 Apr 2007 104,270 miles

Coolant leak

Offside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 5 Apr 2006 95,468 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2006 95,468 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

cut in o/s/r tyre sidewall

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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R96 LYJ 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 70%.

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 R96 LYJ, 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 R96 LYJ registered?

R96 LYJ is a 1998 BMW 535, first registered on 20 February 1998.

Is R96 LYJ safe to buy?

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