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FE08 SBX

2008 BMW 635

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

154,301 mi
Last recorded154,301 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 63586,440 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE08 SBX
MakeBMW
Model635
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 154,301 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Mar 2025 143,320 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2024 136,586 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Mar 2024 136,584 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2023 126,975 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 118,968 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 113,241 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 108,208 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2019 100,591 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 90,457 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 83,356 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2017 83,356 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2016 78,831 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 75,499 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 66,781 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Apr 2013 52,191 miles

Advance wear to front brake pads

Pass 27 Mar 2012 34,871 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2011 32,461 miles

emision not detected (no reading cause very clean)

nearside rear tyre slightly worn on the inner edge

offside rear tyre slightly worn on the inner edge

undetry cover fitted to underneath vehicle

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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FE08 SBX is a 2008 BMW 635 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FE08 SBX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FE08 SBX registered?

FE08 SBX is a 2008 BMW 635, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is FE08 SBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE08 SBX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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