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AE08 RYU

2008 BMW 635

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

59,390 mi
Last recorded59,390 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 63586,440 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 RYU
MakeBMW
Model635
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 59,390 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2025 59,101 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 58,700 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 57,845 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 56,987 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 56,105 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 55,192 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2019 53,498 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 52,031 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 48,345 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2016 48,307 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2015 44,421 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2014 38,959 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 29,321 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 23,397 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 22,855 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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AE08 RYU is a 2008 BMW 635 in Silver 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 AE08 RYU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE08 RYU?

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What year was AE08 RYU registered?

AE08 RYU is a 2008 BMW 635, first registered on 17 July 2008.

Is AE08 RYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 RYU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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