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W422 VPU

2000 BMW 535

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

127,866 mi
Last recorded127,866 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2006
Typical for 2000 BMW 535102,214 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW422 VPU
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2006 127,866 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2006 127,886 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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W422 VPU is a 2000 BMW 535 in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 W422 VPU, 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

How do I check the history of W422 VPU?

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What year was W422 VPU registered?

W422 VPU is a 2000 BMW 535, first registered on 14 June 2000.

Is W422 VPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W422 VPU shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W422 VPU have outstanding finance?

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