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W372 JBV

2000 BMW 535

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

Typical for 2000 BMW 535102,214 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW372 JBV
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2012
Fail 9 Nov 2012

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Oct 2011 97,098 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Oil leak

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 17 Sep 2011 97,059 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Oil leak

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Mar 2010 91,736 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2010 91,686 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

n/s mirror damaged

Pass 3 Mar 2009 86,359 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2009 86,329 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Cuts in both front tyre sidewalls.

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

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

Pass 29 Feb 2008

abs warning lamp flashed on and off during the mot test.went out when specifically tested.

milage display numbers not complete so not legible

Pass 22 Feb 2007
Pass 20 Feb 2006

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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W372 JBV is a 2000 BMW 535 in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2000 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 102,214 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 W372 JBV, 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 26 years old, this BMW 535 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W372 JBV registered?

W372 JBV is a 2000 BMW 535, first registered on 16 March 2000.

Is W372 JBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for W372 JBV shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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