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DK58 ZUD

2008 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

167,202 mi
Last recorded167,202 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK58 ZUD
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Fail 26 Jun 2026 167,202 miles

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Jul 2025 162,094 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2024 154,932 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2023 148,860 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 20 Jun 2023 148,856 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Jun 2022 142,029 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Jun 2021 135,434 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 131,165 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Jun 2019 125,919 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Jul 2018 117,929 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2018 117,916 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 108,967 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front tyre edges worn

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Fail 10 Jul 2017 108,958 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front tyre edges worn

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2016 102,776 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 4 Jul 2016 102,593 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 94,831 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2014 135,384 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 69,276 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 62,099 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Sep 2012 62,099 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2011 41,498 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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DK58 ZUD is a 2008 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DK58 ZUD, 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 DK58 ZUD registered?

DK58 ZUD is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 17 September 2008.

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