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RF61 OGT

2012 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

99,023 mi
Last recorded99,023 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 53573,136 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF61 OGT
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2023 99,023 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2023 98,933 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Dec 2022 89,640 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 28 Nov 2022 89,629 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 78,808 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 72,098 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 57,896 miles

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

Nearside Rear pad lining insecure

Pass 7 Jun 2018 47,543 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 37,015 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 31,630 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 24,729 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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RF61 OGT is a 2012 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RF61 OGT, 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 RF61 OGT registered?

RF61 OGT is a 2012 BMW 535, first registered on 9 January 2012.

Is RF61 OGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF61 OGT shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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