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X253 DGM

2000 BMW 535

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

45,328 mi
Last recorded45,328 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2000 BMW 535102,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX253 DGM
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 45,328 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2025 41,826 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2024 34,661 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 33,897 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 33,737 miles

eml light on

Fail 11 Oct 2022 33,736 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

eml light on

Pass 10 May 2017 31,341 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 29,545 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 28,503 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2012 27,797 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 27,030 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2010 25,952 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 25,310 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Nov 2008 24,383 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 23,551 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 21,487 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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X253 DGM is a 2000 BMW 535 in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 X253 DGM, 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 X253 DGM registered?

X253 DGM is a 2000 BMW 535, first registered on 6 December 2000.

Is X253 DGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for X253 DGM shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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