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X229 NCS

2000 BMW 535

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

102,219 mi
Last recorded102,219 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2012
Typical for 2000 BMW 535102,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX229 NCS
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2012 102,219 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 4 Nov 2011 99,007 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)

Fail 4 Nov 2011 99,007 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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 15 Oct 2010 93,153 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 20 Aug 2009 83,619 miles

both rear indicators starting to show white light

slight oil leak from power steering

Fail 19 Aug 2009 83,614 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

both rear indicators starting to show white light

slight oil leak from power steering

Pass 9 Jun 2008 75,133 miles
Pass 28 May 2007 71,100 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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X229 NCS is a 2000 BMW 535 in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 X229 NCS, 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 X229 NCS registered?

X229 NCS is a 2000 BMW 535, first registered on 10 November 2000.

Is X229 NCS safe to buy?

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