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V966 GKY

1999 BMW 535

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

146,621 mi
Last recorded146,621 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2013
Typical for 1999 BMW 535110,156 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV966 GKY
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2013 146,621 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Dec 2011 138,298 miles

Oil leak

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

n/s/r tyre worn on inner egde close to limits

power steering res damp & pipes

slight oil leak on rear diff

Pass 3 Dec 2010 129,034 miles

offside rear brake wire insecure

Fail 3 Dec 2010 129,034 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

offside rear brake wire insecure

Pass 1 Dec 2009 121,112 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2008 115,717 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 103,431 miles

HEADLIGHTS HAVE WATER INGRESS

Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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

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

brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 25 Oct 2007 103,134 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 89,058 miles

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

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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V966 GKY is a 1999 BMW 535 in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 V966 GKY, 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 V966 GKY registered?

V966 GKY is a 1999 BMW 535, first registered on 30 November 1999.

Is V966 GKY safe to buy?

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