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EK58 LYC

2008 BMW 635

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

164,699 mi
Last recorded164,699 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 63586,440 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK58 LYC
MakeBMW
Model635
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2019 164,699 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 163,520 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside front tyre showing chips out of outer sidewall.

particulate filter requires serviced/regen.

Fail 27 Mar 2018 163,519 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play rear joint/arm. (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside front tyre showing chips out of outer sidewall.

particulate filter requires serviced/regen.

Pass 18 Dec 2016 151,950 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2016 151,950 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)

Pass 30 Oct 2015 134,698 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 116,990 miles

n/s/r tyre worn thin on edges

Pass 5 Sep 2013 99,588 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 93,185 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2011 87,400 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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EK58 LYC is a 2008 BMW 635 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EK58 LYC, 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 EK58 LYC registered?

EK58 LYC is a 2008 BMW 635, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is EK58 LYC safe to buy?

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