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X485 VWR

2001 BMW 535

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2022
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

59,764 mi
Last recorded59,764 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2021
Typical for 2001 BMW 53599,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX485 VWR
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2021 59,764 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 59,653 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all around (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 58,596 miles

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

Fail 19 Feb 2019 58,574 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Feb 2018 57,695 miles

headlight level sensor insecure

Pass 21 Feb 2017 56,599 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 55,565 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 54,505 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 52,845 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 51,113 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 49,975 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 48,666 miles

rear tyres inner edges slight cracking

Pass 23 Mar 2010 45,970 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 42,580 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 40,254 miles

near side front tyre sidewall damage

Pass 21 Nov 2006 37,825 miles

advise slight damage to nearside front outer tyre wall

Pass 30 Nov 2005 33,463 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2005 33,106 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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X485 VWR is a 2001 BMW 535 in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2001 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 99,105 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 X485 VWR, 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 25 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 X485 VWR registered?

X485 VWR is a 2001 BMW 535, first registered on 1 January 2001.

Is X485 VWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for X485 VWR shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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