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DD05 DEC

2008 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

136,368 mi
Last recorded136,368 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDD05 DEC
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 136,368 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2025 126,385 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2025 126,385 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 21 Feb 2024 116,822 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 110,205 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2022 100,194 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 91,144 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 85,617 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 75,902 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 64,900 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 57,306 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 56,350 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 54,432 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 47,949 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 38,955 miles

washers found a little weak

Pass 7 Nov 2011 30,470 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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DD05 DEC is a 2008 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 DD05 DEC, 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 DD05 DEC registered?

DD05 DEC is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 14 October 2008.

Is DD05 DEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DD05 DEC shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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