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FR57 AZR

2008 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

255,481 mi
Last recorded255,481 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR57 AZR
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 255,481 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2025 243,816 miles

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 Jan 2024 227,689 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2024 227,486 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 211,659 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2022 202,988 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 193,928 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))

Pass 10 Feb 2020 188,602 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 166,993 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2018 151,440 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 136,265 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2016 120,012 miles

Oil leak

Undertray and engine cover fitted

Pass 3 Mar 2015 88,870 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 63,719 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 50,853 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

cuts in sidewalls o/s/r and n/s/r

o/s/f tyre wearing badly both edges

Pass 8 Jun 2012 34,560 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 26,801 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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FR57 AZR is a 2008 BMW 535 in Black 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 FR57 AZR, 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

How do I check the history of FR57 AZR?

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What year was FR57 AZR registered?

FR57 AZR is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 15 May 2008.

Is FR57 AZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR57 AZR 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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