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W166 JPM

2000 BMW 535

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

149,411 mi
Last recorded149,411 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2015
Typical for 2000 BMW 535102,214 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW166 JPM
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2015 149,411 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2013 140,308 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 137,254 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 137,254 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2011 130,653 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 119,071 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 17 Apr 2008 108,527 miles

engine covers fitted

front brake pads wearing low

under covers fitted

Fail 15 Apr 2008 108,527 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) locking device missing (3.5.1l)

engine covers fitted

front brake pads wearing low

under covers fitted

Pass 3 Oct 2006 92,733 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 81,299 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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W166 JPM is a 2000 BMW 535 in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 W166 JPM, 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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What year was W166 JPM registered?

W166 JPM is a 2000 BMW 535, first registered on 10 March 2000.

Is W166 JPM safe to buy?

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