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CP08 FME

2008 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

183,002 mi
Last recorded183,002 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP08 FME
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 183,002 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 4MM Tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 4MM Tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2025 174,634 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 167,220 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 150,412 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 131,784 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 129,356 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 121,821 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 109,086 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 96,056 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 83,584 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 73,238 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear tyre (275 30 19 96 yxl) worn on inside edge

Fail 20 Jun 2015 73,238 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear tyre (275 30 19 96 yxl) worn on inside edge

Pass 11 Jun 2014 58,106 miles

off side front tyre (245 35 zr19 93y AVON ZZ3) split on inner side wall

Pass 24 Jun 2013 48,462 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2012 36,039 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jun 2011 23,808 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2011 23,808 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nail in front tyre

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)

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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CP08 FME is a 2008 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 CP08 FME, 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 CP08 FME registered?

CP08 FME is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 23 June 2008.

Is CP08 FME safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP08 FME shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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