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SXI 5351

1988 BMW 535

Bronze Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

119,429 mi
Last recorded119,429 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2007
Typical for 1988 BMW 535143,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSXI 5351
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1988
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2007 119,429 miles

both front tyres on limit

brake fluid low and just above min

engine has slight oil leak

fuel pipes heavly corroded

rear suspension bushes starting to perrish

slight play in steering arms

Fail 24 Oct 2007 119,429 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both front tyres on limit

brake fluid low and just above min

engine has slight oil leak

fuel pipes heavly corroded

rear suspension bushes starting to perrish

slight play in steering arms

Pass 27 Oct 2006 113,863 miles

metal fuel pipes startint to corrode †exhuast g/box bracket corroded

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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SXI 5351 is a 1988 BMW 535 in Bronze with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 143,296 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SXI 5351, 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 38 years old, this BMW 535 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SXI 5351?

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What year was SXI 5351 registered?

SXI 5351 is a 1988 BMW 535, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is SXI 5351 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SXI 5351 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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