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FX58 PGU

2008 BMW 535

Red Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

263,121 mi
Last recorded263,121 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX58 PGU
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2024 263,121 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 255,869 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 245,027 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2021 235,541 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Feb 2021 235,533 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2020 225,168 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 211,569 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 201,479 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Feb 2017 188,036 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 166,901 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2016 166,648 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 147,699 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2014 125,118 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2014 125,118 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 1 Mar 2013 90,827 miles

Front tyre treads feathered!

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Mar 2012 54,366 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 53,761 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2012 53,761 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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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FX58 PGU is a 2008 BMW 535 in Red with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FX58 PGU, 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 FX58 PGU registered?

FX58 PGU is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is FX58 PGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX58 PGU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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