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R9 TPS

1997 BMW 535

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

199,617 mi
Last recorded199,617 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2010
Typical for 1997 BMW 535117,977 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR9 TPS
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2010 199,617 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 194,918 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 176,845 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 163,047 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 150,720 miles

Air bag warning lamp indicatring possible system fault

Both front anti roll bar link rod joint gaiters split

Both front shock absorbers worn

Both front to rear and both rear steel brake pipes rusted and degrading

Both front windscreen washer jets incorrectly aimed

Both front windscreen wiper blades worn

Front tyre types mismatched (load ratings differant)

Front windscreen damaged within swept area

Nearside front tyre worn low on tread sholders

Offside rear shock absorber showing signs of leakage

Slight play in offside rear lower hub mounting rear bush

Spare tyre side wall damaged (cords exposed)

Traction control lamp indicating possible system fault

Fail 6 Apr 2006 150,720 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Air bag warning lamp indicating possible system fault

Both front anti roll bar link rod joint boots split

Both front shock absorbers worn

Both front to rear and both rear steel brake pipes rusted and degrading

Both front windscreen washer jets incorrectly aimed

Both front windscreen wiper blades worn

Front tyre types mismatchede (load ratings differant)

Front windscreen damaged within swept area

Nearside front tyre worn low on tread sholders

Offside rear shock absorber showing signs of leakage

Slight play in offside rear lower hub mounting rear bush

Spare tyre side wall badly damaged (cords exposed)

Traction control lamp indicating possible system fault

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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R9 TPS is a 1997 BMW 535 in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R9 TPS, 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 R9 TPS registered?

R9 TPS is a 1997 BMW 535, first registered on 20 October 1997.

Is R9 TPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R9 TPS shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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