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8 DGL

2008 BMW 635

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

81,934 mi
Last recorded81,934 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 63586,440 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration8 DGL
MakeBMW
Model635
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 81,934 miles

Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 77,820 miles

N/S/F Fog light loose

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

Pass 22 Dec 2023 69,983 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2022 65,255 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 60,340 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 58,080 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 55,538 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 53,226 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 48,928 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 46,950 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 40,720 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 35,798 miles

Rear brake pads worn

Pass 17 Apr 2013 29,101 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 29,101 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2012 19,047 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 11,552 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 635?

Based on 51,017 MOT tests across 4,019 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
4,766
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
4,019
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,161
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 881
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 775
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 760
Brake pipe excessively corroded 615
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8 DGL is a 2008 BMW 635 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 BMW 635 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 86,440 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 635 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 1,161 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 8 DGL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 635 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 635 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 8 DGL registered?

8 DGL is a 2008 BMW 635, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is 8 DGL safe to buy?

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