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FP08 FYL

2008 BMW 535

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

136,387 mi
Last recorded136,387 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 FYL
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 136,387 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2025 128,133 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2023 125,779 miles

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2022 112,748 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 102,031 miles

Central Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 98,322 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 93,651 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2018 85,007 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 69,853 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 62,513 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 11 Jul 2015 54,451 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 48,583 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 41,845 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 21,812 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 21,767 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Apr 2011 15,440 miles

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

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 15,440 miles

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

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

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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FP08 FYL is a 2008 BMW 535 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FP08 FYL, 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 FP08 FYL registered?

FP08 FYL is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 24 April 2008.

Is FP08 FYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP08 FYL shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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