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S302 CFS

1998 BMW 535

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

116,606 mi
Last recorded116,606 miles
Recorded on25 May 2016
Typical for 1998 BMW 535110,452 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS302 CFS
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2016 116,606 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Main pipe at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nail in n/s/r tyre

Nails in o/s/f tyre

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

Fail 19 May 2016 116,606 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner edge (4.1.D.1a)

Brake pipe slightly corroded Main pipe at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nail in n/s/r tyre

Nails in o/s/f tyre

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

Fail 29 Apr 2016 116,598 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Offside Front tyre nail

coolant leak

Pass 21 Jan 2012 115,480 miles

Front discs are corroded

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2010 112,240 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 111,273 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 95,326 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 93,369 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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S302 CFS is a 1998 BMW 535 in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S302 CFS, 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 S302 CFS?

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What year was S302 CFS registered?

S302 CFS is a 1998 BMW 535, first registered on 11 September 1998.

Is S302 CFS safe to buy?

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