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AP08 KGU

2008 BMW 635

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

111,454 mi
Last recorded111,454 miles
Recorded on12 May 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 63586,440 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 KGU
MakeBMW
Model635
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2023 111,454 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 106,118 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Sep 2020 103,635 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH FRONT (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 102,734 miles

Front Inner brake disc faces worn

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 101,331 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2018 101,331 miles

Front Prop shaft joint excessively worn prop joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2017 94,057 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2016 84,183 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 76,111 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2015 76,083 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 66,420 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 54,877 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 50,756 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 50,756 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 38,539 miles

plastic covers fitted underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection

Fail 8 Jun 2011 38,531 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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

offside front tyre wearing on inner and outer edges

plastic covers fitted underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection

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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AP08 KGU 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 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AP08 KGU, 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

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What year was AP08 KGU registered?

AP08 KGU is a 2008 BMW 635, first registered on 19 June 2008.

Is AP08 KGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP08 KGU shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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