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AY08 LRU

2008 BMW 635

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

191,220 mi
Last recorded191,220 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 63586,440 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY08 LRU
MakeBMW
Model635
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2024 191,220 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Feb 2024 188,711 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2023 190,347 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2022 187,058 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 182,406 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 174,154 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 168,576 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 162,861 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 154,255 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 147,872 miles

oil leak unknown (covers fully fitted)

Fail 3 Jul 2015 147,872 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

offside + nearside parking brake reading low

oil leak unknown (covers fully fitted)

Fail 7 Jul 2014 125,684 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jul 2014 125,684 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 May 2013 101,515 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 101,515 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 May 2012 79,122 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 76,586 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2011 58,488 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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AY08 LRU is a 2008 BMW 635 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 AY08 LRU, 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 AY08 LRU registered?

AY08 LRU is a 2008 BMW 635, first registered on 4 March 2008.

Is AY08 LRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY08 LRU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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