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V579 HTM

1999 BMW 535

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

128,999 mi
Last recorded128,999 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2010
Typical for 1999 BMW 535110,156 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV579 HTM
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Fail 2 Nov 2010 128,999 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front tyres cracking

front number plate starting to fade

Pass 2 Nov 2010 128,999 miles

both front tyres cracking

front number plate starting to fade

Pass 6 Jan 2010 124,421 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Front number plate starting to deteriorate

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Jan 2009 118,038 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 7 Jan 2008 111,140 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Jan 2007 104,523 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 98,328 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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V579 HTM is a 1999 BMW 535 in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 V579 HTM, 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 V579 HTM registered?

V579 HTM is a 1999 BMW 535, first registered on 23 November 1999.

Is V579 HTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for V579 HTM shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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