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V263 PPU

1999 BMW 535

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

142,891 mi
Last recorded142,891 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2013
Typical for 1999 BMW 535110,156 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV263 PPU
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2013 142,891 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak.Offside rear tyre inner edge low.Offside rear tie rod end dust cover slightly deteriorated.Offside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated.

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 May 2012 137,794 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

slight oil leak

Pass 23 May 2011 130,246 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 130,245 miles

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

Nearside Headlamps matched pair are not the same colour (1.7.6)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Headlamps matched pair are not the same colour (1.7.6)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 May 2010 116,283 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2009 103,599 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 76,246 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 71,369 miles

NEAR SIDE FRONT TYRE WORN ON OUTTER AND INNER EDG.

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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V263 PPU is a 1999 BMW 535 in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 V263 PPU, 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

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What year was V263 PPU registered?

V263 PPU is a 1999 BMW 535, first registered on 19 October 1999.

Is V263 PPU safe to buy?

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