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FX08 RXS

2008 BMW 635

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

118,501 mi
Last recorded118,501 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 63586,440 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX08 RXS
MakeBMW
Model635
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 118,501 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Jan 2026 118,475 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2025 116,854 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2025 116,844 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Feb 2024 115,295 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 112,859 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 105,681 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2021 96,132 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jan 2020 86,617 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 75,739 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2018 75,736 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Mar 2018 71,433 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 68,762 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 65,649 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 61,562 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 57,385 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 46,713 miles

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

offside rear tyre bald on inner raised edge

Pass 26 Mar 2012 34,500 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2011 21,655 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 9,501 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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FX08 RXS is a 2008 BMW 635 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 FX08 RXS, 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 FX08 RXS registered?

FX08 RXS is a 2008 BMW 635, first registered on 9 April 2008.

Is FX08 RXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX08 RXS shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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