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BD57 TLF

2008 BMW 535

Black Diesel 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

143,153 mi
Last recorded143,153 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2014
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD57 TLF
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2014 143,153 miles

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

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

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

Fail 24 Jul 2014 143,150 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2013 131,897 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

wipers smearing screen

Fail 25 Jul 2013 131,897 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

wipers smearing screen

Pass 3 Aug 2012 110,244 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 74,892 miles

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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BD57 TLF is a 2008 BMW 535 in Black with a 3,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BD57 TLF, 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.

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What year was BD57 TLF registered?

BD57 TLF is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 14 January 2008.

Is BD57 TLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD57 TLF shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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