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S701 ONR

1999 BMW 535

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

159,837 mi
Last recorded159,837 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2012
Typical for 1999 BMW 535110,156 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS701 ONR
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2012 159,837 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 155,837 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 155,837 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2010

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

Fail 27 Apr 2009

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Apr 2009
Pass 29 Apr 2008 126,471 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 117,380 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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S701 ONR is a 1999 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 1999 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 110,156 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 S701 ONR, 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 27 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 S701 ONR?

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What year was S701 ONR registered?

S701 ONR is a 1999 BMW 535, first registered on 2 September 1999.

Is S701 ONR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S701 ONR shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S701 ONR have outstanding finance?

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