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BK08 SZV

2008 BMW 635

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

87,747 mi
Last recorded87,747 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 63586,440 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 SZV
MakeBMW
Model635
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 87,747 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 85,364 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 81,771 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 78,099 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2023 78,801 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jun 2022 74,572 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 70,217 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2021 70,217 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 67,864 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 63,153 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 58,196 miles

nearside and offside front tyres perished inside the treads

Pass 20 Jun 2017 53,269 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 47,842 miles

oil leak

Pass 30 Jun 2015 43,606 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 38,352 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 32,057 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 28,928 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 24,651 miles

both front tyres slightly worn on edges

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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BK08 SZV is a 2008 BMW 635 in Blue 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 BK08 SZV, 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 BK08 SZV registered?

BK08 SZV is a 2008 BMW 635, first registered on 2 May 2008.

Is BK08 SZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK08 SZV 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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