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AR08 JFG

2008 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

152,717 mi
Last recorded152,717 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR08 JFG
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2018 152,717 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2017 144,467 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

nearside front tyre damaged sidewall

Pass 9 Aug 2016 137,329 miles

under covers fitted

Fail 6 Aug 2016 137,211 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (chalked (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer wall (chalked (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall (chalked (4.1.D.1a)

Vehicle emissions are too clean to record a result.

Pass 30 Jun 2015 121,687 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 110,739 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 96,712 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 79,972 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2012 79,950 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 66,031 miles

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

Fail 2 Jul 2011 66,031 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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AR08 JFG is a 2008 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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

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 AR08 JFG, 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 AR08 JFG registered?

AR08 JFG is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 25 July 2008.

Is AR08 JFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR08 JFG shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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