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DE08 VVB

2008 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

59,067 mi
Last recorded59,067 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE08 VVB
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 59,067 miles

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 58,095 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2024 58,090 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2023 56,089 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Aug 2023 56,012 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 May 2022 53,053 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 49,201 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2020 47,828 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 44,981 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 May 2019 44,981 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2018 41,261 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 37,601 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 20 Apr 2017 37,598 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Side repeater not working Both (1.4.A.2c)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 18 May 2016 34,820 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 30,698 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 25,617 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 20,842 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 17,211 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 13,370 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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DE08 VVB is a 2008 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DE08 VVB, 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 DE08 VVB registered?

DE08 VVB is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 12 May 2008.

Is DE08 VVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE08 VVB shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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