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CU08 OVY

2008 BMW 535

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

171,035 mi
Last recorded171,035 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU08 OVY
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2023 171,035 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 159,912 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 142,325 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 123,430 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement suspension arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged inner tyre walls as various splits (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on inner and outer edges and cracking between tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on inner and outer edges and cracking between tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Nov 2019 111,531 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre starting to split on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre starting to split on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

under-trays fitted

Pass 23 Nov 2018 103,682 miles

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 22 Mar 2018 101,623 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 96,275 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 86,425 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 68,402 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 54,897 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 42,891 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 31,755 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 23,684 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 23,684 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside 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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CU08 OVY is a 2008 BMW 535 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 CU08 OVY, 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 CU08 OVY registered?

CU08 OVY is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 28 April 2008.

Is CU08 OVY safe to buy?

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