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S277 GGP

1998 BMW 535

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

112,211 mi
Last recorded112,211 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2013
Typical for 1998 BMW 535110,452 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS277 GGP
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2013 112,211 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2013 112,211 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2012 107,602 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Apr 2011 107,588 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 102,525 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 91,777 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Jan 2007 83,396 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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S277 GGP is a 1998 BMW 535 in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 S277 GGP, 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 S277 GGP?

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What year was S277 GGP registered?

S277 GGP is a 1998 BMW 535, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S277 GGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S277 GGP shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S277 GGP have outstanding finance?

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