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BV59 GFE

2009 BMW 635

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

110,354 mi
Last recorded110,354 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 63581,288 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV59 GFE
MakeBMW
Model635
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 110,354 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 109,832 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024 109,022 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2023 107,721 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 106,915 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2022 106,914 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2021 105,562 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2020 103,181 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 99,682 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 94,509 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 89,128 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 85,149 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 80,540 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jan 2014 56,825 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 29 Jan 2014 56,824 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Jan 2013 26,930 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 23,976 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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BV59 GFE is a 2009 BMW 635 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2009 BMW 635 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 81,288 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 BV59 GFE, 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 17 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 BV59 GFE registered?

BV59 GFE is a 2009 BMW 635, first registered on 3 September 2009.

Is BV59 GFE safe to buy?

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