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AM08 BFF

2008 BMW 535

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

151,748 mi
Last recorded151,748 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 BFF
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2023 151,748 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 148,997 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 145,179 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 137,123 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 128,725 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 120,598 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 116,225 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 99,055 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 79,373 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 66,957 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 64,145 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 61,539 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 54,835 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2011 54,835 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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AM08 BFF is a 2008 BMW 535 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AM08 BFF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AM08 BFF registered?

AM08 BFF is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is AM08 BFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM08 BFF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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