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S26 REK

2012 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

158,116 mi
Last recorded158,116 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53573,136 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS26 REK
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 158,116 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2025 143,721 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 139,125 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 134,694 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 2 Feb 2022 128,221 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 125,001 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2020 122,331 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 115,829 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 104,132 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 103,152 miles

under tray fitted at time of test not allowing full inspection of the vehicle

Pass 18 Jan 2016 93,111 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 67,598 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front wiper blades not clearing screen very well

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 22 Dec 2014 67,598 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front wiper blades not clearing screen very well

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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S26 REK is a 2012 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 73,136 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 S26 REK, 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 14 years old, this BMW 535 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S26 REK registered?

S26 REK is a 2012 BMW 535, first registered on 12 January 2012.

Is S26 REK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S26 REK shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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