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FY58 EFF

2008 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

349,076 mi
Last recorded349,076 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY58 EFF
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2023 349,076 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2022 202,909 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2022 202,909 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2021 198,270 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2021 198,269 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Jan 2020 189,977 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 181,102 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 171,266 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 163,422 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)

Pass 29 Oct 2015 153,002 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 141,109 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 4 Nov 2013 129,941 miles

offside front marker light not working

Fail 4 Nov 2013 129,941 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)

offside front marker light not working

Pass 5 Nov 2012 118,650 miles

Oil leak

Fail 1 Nov 2011 88,825 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Nov 2011 88,825 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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FY58 EFF is a 2008 BMW 535 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FY58 EFF, 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 FY58 EFF?

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What year was FY58 EFF registered?

FY58 EFF is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 4 November 2008.

Is FY58 EFF safe to buy?

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