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P9 XGE

2012 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

133,584 mi
Last recorded133,584 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53573,136 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP9 XGE
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 133,584 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2025 119,027 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2024 107,868 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 101,816 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 90,666 miles

engine and under trays fitted

sill trims fitted

Pass 15 Feb 2021 73,316 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 64,064 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 63,904 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 48,939 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 37,771 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 26,091 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 17,296 miles

front tyres scrubbed on edges

Fail 22 Apr 2015 17,296 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

both front tyres worn on outer edges

tyre size 275/35/20 run flat

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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P9 XGE is a 2012 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,979cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 73,136 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 P9 XGE, 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 14 years old, this BMW 535 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P9 XGE registered?

P9 XGE is a 2012 BMW 535, first registered on 27 June 2012.

Is P9 XGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P9 XGE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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