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WCZ 24

2000 BMW 535

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

187,508 mi
Last recorded187,508 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW 535102,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWCZ 24
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 187,508 miles

brake pipes corroded

oil leak engine

slight play in nearside rear anti roll link

Pass 14 Aug 2024 185,995 miles

brake pipes corroded

nearside rear tyre bald on inner edge

oil leak engine

Pass 22 Aug 2023 183,618 miles

Front to rear brake pipes corroded

Nearside front track rod end slight play

Oil leak around rear diff area

Oil leak from engine

Pass 6 Sep 2022 178,398 miles

brake pipes corroded

oil leak engine

Pass 2 Aug 2021 175,103 miles

oil leak engine

Pass 24 Jan 2020 170,684 miles

brake pipes corroded

nearside rear shock damp

oil leak engine

Pass 29 Jan 2019 166,691 miles

brake pipes corroded

slight oil leak from engine

Pass 18 Jan 2018 161,355 miles

brake pipes slightly corroded

oil leak from engine

Pass 26 Jan 2017 155,505 miles

brake pipes corroded

front discs corroded

rear no plate marked

Pass 27 Jan 2016 150,512 miles

brake pipes corroded

rear no plate water marked

Pass 30 Jan 2015 146,547 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 144,250 miles

Slight play to steering

Pass 11 Feb 2013 143,077 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine light on

Pass 3 Feb 2012 142,420 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 140,735 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 139,001 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 137,578 miles

All four tyres in poor condition

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.2c)

Pass 19 Jan 2008 135,599 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2008 135,599 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 8 Feb 2007 131,940 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 8 Feb 2007 131,940 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 130,940 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2006 130,940 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

front brake pad thickness on 2mm approx front brake disc,s lipped

wiper blades smearing

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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WCZ 24 is a 2000 BMW 535 in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 WCZ 24, 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 WCZ 24?

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What year was WCZ 24 registered?

WCZ 24 is a 2000 BMW 535, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is WCZ 24 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WCZ 24 shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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