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X772 OBK

2001 BMW 535

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

130,098 mi
Last recorded130,098 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2012
Typical for 2001 BMW 53599,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX772 OBK
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2012 130,098 miles

Brake pad warning light on

Headlamp self adjusting switch adrift from ofside front suspension. Headlamp aim satisfactory at time of test.

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside wiper blade split

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Unable to carry out full inspection of underside due to plastic undertrays and side skirts fitted

Pass 13 Jun 2011 126,459 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 120,247 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 113,278 miles

Front tyres worn on outer edges.

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

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

Fail 4 Jun 2009 113,112 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Front tyres worn on outer edges.

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2008 104,138 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 90,290 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 87,870 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 74,736 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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X772 OBK is a 2001 BMW 535 in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 X772 OBK, 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 X772 OBK registered?

X772 OBK is a 2001 BMW 535, first registered on 12 February 2001.

Is X772 OBK safe to buy?

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