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S120 EDL

1998 BMW 535

Beige Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2023
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

163,695 mi
Last recorded163,695 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2022
Typical for 1998 BMW 535110,452 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS120 EDL
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1998
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 26 Oct 2022 163,695 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 155,663 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2020 151,842 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 149,231 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 146,355 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 143,438 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 139,502 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 136,679 miles

n.s front anti roll bar link arm gaiter split

Pass 3 Aug 2012 134,045 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2011 128,244 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 118,945 miles

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 4 Aug 2009 107,997 miles

diff oil leak

Pass 6 Aug 2008 97,407 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2007 36,721 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 75,965 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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S120 EDL is a 1998 BMW 535 in Beige with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S120 EDL, 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

How do I check the history of S120 EDL?

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What year was S120 EDL registered?

S120 EDL is a 1998 BMW 535, first registered on 27 August 1998.

Is S120 EDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S120 EDL shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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