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DX08 VPE

2008 BMW 635

Red Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

164,037 mi
Last recorded164,037 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 63586,440 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX08 VPE
MakeBMW
Model635
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 164,037 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 May 2023 147,842 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 141,986 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pad warning light on

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Apr 2022 141,986 miles

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

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pad warning light on

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 138,029 miles

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 3 Mar 2021 138,028 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 31 Jan 2020 129,872 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated recommend check (1.1.10 (f))

advance, handbrake lever travel

exhaust emissions passed,, too low to register on smoke meter

plastic under trays etc fitted, limiting view

Pass 26 Sep 2018 114,679 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 101,006 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 85,570 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 70,381 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 48,837 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Dec 2014 48,837 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Dec 2013 34,733 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2013 34,733 miles

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

Pass 31 Dec 2012 13,625 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 13,037 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 10,363 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 635?

Based on 51,017 MOT tests across 4,019 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
4,766
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
4,019
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,161
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 881
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 775
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 760
Brake pipe excessively corroded 615
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DX08 VPE is a 2008 BMW 635 in Red with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 BMW 635 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 86,440 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 635 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 1,161 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX08 VPE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 635 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 635 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DX08 VPE registered?

DX08 VPE is a 2008 BMW 635, first registered on 10 August 2008.

Is DX08 VPE safe to buy?

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