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V8 OUS

2000 BMW 535

Green Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

106,310 mi
Last recorded106,310 miles
Recorded on27 May 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW 535102,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV8 OUS
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2025 106,310 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 May 2024 104,920 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive on engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive on gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive on rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 May 2024 104,920 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits reading 1.08 (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits reading 1.88 (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive on engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive on gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive on rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2023 104,854 miles

Nearside Front brake pad wear sensor insecure

Nearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both front ()

slight oil leak on engine/gearbox + rear diff

Fail 10 May 2023 103,456 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Headlamp aim too low both front (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front brake pad wear sensor insecure

Nearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both front ()

slight oil leak on engine/gearbox + rear diff

Pass 14 May 2022 100,783 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 May 2021 96,323 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 92,252 miles
Pass 27 May 2019 86,153 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 May 2018 84,233 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 77,486 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 68,956 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 68,956 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 15 May 2015 63,553 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 58,642 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 55,084 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 50,241 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 May 2011 47,830 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 45,752 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 45,752 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 14 May 2009

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 17 May 2008 41,957 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 40,097 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2006 36,243 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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V8 OUS is a 2000 BMW 535 in Green with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2000 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 102,214 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 V8 OUS, 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 26 years old, this BMW 535 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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V8 OUS is a 2000 BMW 535, first registered on 12 May 2000.

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