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S13 FJM

1998 BMW 535

Green Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

71,218 mi
Last recorded71,218 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2024
Typical for 1998 BMW 535110,452 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS13 FJM
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2024 71,218 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 67,676 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 66,844 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 66,039 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 64,900 miles

Offside rear tyre worn on inside edge

Fail 5 May 2016 64,900 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 1 Jun 2015 64,250 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

all brake disc's worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

Fail 1 Jun 2015 64,250 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

all brake disc's worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

Pass 30 Nov 2012 63,247 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 61,124 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Jul 2010 58,899 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 55,177 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 49,701 miles

Offside front tyre tread worn smooth on outer edge.

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

Stering box drop arm is damp but no visible leak.

Pass 24 Jul 2007 45,013 miles

Offside front tyre tread wearing on outside edge.

Pass 3 Aug 2006 41,038 miles

1. both front wiper blades poor performance

Pass 28 Jul 2005 36,329 miles

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

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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S13 FJM is a 1998 BMW 535 in Green with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 S13 FJM, 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 S13 FJM registered?

S13 FJM is a 1998 BMW 535, first registered on 10 August 1998.

Is S13 FJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S13 FJM shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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