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BG05 BMW

2008 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

172,980 mi
Last recorded172,980 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 BMW
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 8 Jan 2026 172,980 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2024 160,662 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2023 144,456 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 129,471 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 119,001 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 108,177 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 99,357 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2018 86,593 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2017 75,505 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 66,357 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 57,374 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 51,158 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 40,775 miles

front brake disc's corroded

Pass 20 Dec 2012 31,532 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 26,280 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 17,712 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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BG05 BMW is a 2008 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BG05 BMW, 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 BG05 BMW registered?

BG05 BMW is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 18 January 2008.

Is BG05 BMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG05 BMW shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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