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CA08 VDC

2008 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

203,084 mi
Last recorded203,084 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA08 VDC
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2025 203,084 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2024 195,218 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 186,714 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 132,381 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 121,344 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 121,343 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 112,900 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 89,753 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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CA08 VDC is a 2008 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 CA08 VDC, 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 CA08 VDC registered?

CA08 VDC is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is CA08 VDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA08 VDC shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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