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X536 DJM

2001 BMW 535

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

144,678 mi
Last recorded144,678 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2013
Typical for 2001 BMW 53599,105 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX536 DJM
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2013 144,678 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 134,851 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2010 106,242 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 104,159 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 103,709 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2006 103,709 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

both front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 13 Apr 2006 99,762 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2006 99,762 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

O/s/f fog lamp insecure. †

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Screen washers weak. †

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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X536 DJM is a 2001 BMW 535 in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 X536 DJM, 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

How do I check the history of X536 DJM?

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What year was X536 DJM registered?

X536 DJM is a 2001 BMW 535, first registered on 26 January 2001.

Is X536 DJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for X536 DJM shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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