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V54 FNB

1999 BMW 535

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

124,439 mi
Last recorded124,439 miles
Recorded on16 May 2012
Typical for 1999 BMW 535110,156 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV54 FNB
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2012 124,439 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 124,439 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 19 Oct 2010 115,067 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 115,067 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 108,664 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 102,656 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2008 102,656 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2006 89,481 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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V54 FNB 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 62.5%.

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 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 V54 FNB, 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 V54 FNB?

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What year was V54 FNB registered?

V54 FNB is a 1999 BMW 535, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V54 FNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for V54 FNB shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V54 FNB have outstanding finance?

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