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X181 LBD

2000 BMW 535

Purple Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

150,593 mi
Last recorded150,593 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2019
Typical for 2000 BMW 535102,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX181 LBD
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2000
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2019 150,593 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 145,202 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 138,350 miles

Engine covers fitted

Pass 29 Jul 2016 132,825 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 3 Jul 2015 126,617 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre wearing on inner and outer edge

Pass 22 Jul 2014 119,653 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre wearing on inner and outer edge

Pass 6 Jul 2013 113,538 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jul 2012 106,649 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)

both rear tyres wearing o inner edge resulting tyre weear close to legal limit recommend have rear tyres replaced as soon as possible and tracking

Pass 8 Jul 2011 100,024 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

parking brake only just meets efficiency

Fail 8 Jul 2011 100,019 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Jun 2010 92,796 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front tyre's wearing on edge's

Pass 4 Jul 2009 88,143 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2009 88,142 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 84,943 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 81,340 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 75,093 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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X181 LBD is a 2000 BMW 535 in Purple with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 X181 LBD, 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 X181 LBD registered?

X181 LBD is a 2000 BMW 535, first registered on 18 December 2000.

Is X181 LBD safe to buy?

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