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AJ58 GSV

2008 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

185,206 mi
Last recorded185,206 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ58 GSV
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2023 185,206 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 178,603 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2022 178,603 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jan 2021 175,576 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2021 175,576 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jan 2020 157,028 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2020 157,023 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jan 2019 132,723 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 122,480 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 114,498 miles

slight play in osf inner s rack joint

Pass 29 Jan 2016 102,725 miles

no emissions detected

Pass 6 Feb 2015 90,792 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Feb 2014 85,294 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Feb 2013 78,614 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Sep 2012 77,466 miles

Damage to under side of front bumper

Pass 12 Sep 2011 58,734 miles

n/s/r tyre on 3mm

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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AJ58 GSV is a 2008 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2008 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 99,439 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 AJ58 GSV, 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 18 years old, this BMW 535 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AJ58 GSV registered?

AJ58 GSV is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is AJ58 GSV safe to buy?

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