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W411 VLB

2000 BMW 535

Red Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

120,233 mi
Last recorded120,233 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2010
Typical for 2000 BMW 535102,214 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW411 VLB
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2010 120,233 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2010 120,233 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 May 2009 107,092 miles

front bumper damaged

rear number plate slightly water marked

slight play in the offside rear suspension lower bush

windscreen stone chipped

Pass 4 Apr 2008 107,083 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 106,767 miles

front brake pads and discs in very poor condition

handbrake performance low

rear brake pads low

Pass 6 Oct 2005 98,923 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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W411 VLB is a 2000 BMW 535 in Red with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 W411 VLB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W411 VLB registered?

W411 VLB is a 2000 BMW 535, first registered on 27 July 2000.

Is W411 VLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for W411 VLB shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W411 VLB have outstanding finance?

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