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B6 GPW

2008 BMW 635

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

122,486 mi
Last recorded122,486 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 63586,440 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB6 GPW
MakeBMW
Model635
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc
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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 122,486 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Fail 17 Nov 2025 122,486 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2024 121,105 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 119,865 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 117,632 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 115,803 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 113,582 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 108,888 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2018 101,129 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2018 101,129 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2017 95,037 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 88,763 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 82,904 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 77,069 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 72,839 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 66,615 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 58,041 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 40,148 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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B6 GPW is a 2008 BMW 635 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 B6 GPW, 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 B6 GPW registered?

B6 GPW is a 2008 BMW 635, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is B6 GPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for B6 GPW shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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