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DG08 LZB

2008 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2021
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

129,460 mi
Last recorded129,460 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 LZB
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Fail 16 Jun 2020 129,460 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor missing (1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Jul 2019 113,357 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 96,652 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2018 96,612 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm also cut to cords inside edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

DPF warning message displayed but Engine MIL light not illuminated

Pass 21 Jul 2017 81,751 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2017 81,751 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 67,731 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 64,681 miles

windscreen chipped

Fail 6 May 2015 64,679 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

nearside front foglamp insecure

windscreen chipped

Pass 7 Apr 2014 60,953 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 50,177 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

oil level low

Fail 15 Apr 2013 50,170 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

oil level low

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front tyres wearing on edges plus rears wearing in centres

needs tracking

Pass 17 Apr 2012 41,382 miles

Large plastic under tray fitted to under side of vehicle in places.Unable to inspect sterring and suspension fully.

Testing in wet conditions.

Fail 17 Apr 2012 41,382 miles

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

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

Large plastic under tray fitted to under side of vehicle in places.Unable to inspect sterring and suspension fully.

Testing in wet conditions.

Pass 12 Mar 2011 31,884 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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DG08 LZB is a 2008 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 DG08 LZB, 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.

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What year was DG08 LZB registered?

DG08 LZB is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 10 March 2008.

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