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GN57 WHU

2008 BMW 535

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

119,127 mi
Last recorded119,127 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN57 WHU
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2021 119,127 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2020 114,452 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 109,272 miles

Undertrays fitted at time of test

Pass 8 Sep 2018 94,595 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Undertrays fitted at time of test

Pass 3 Oct 2017 76,492 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 67,676 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 61,579 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 55,255 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 55,213 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2013 49,082 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Dec 2013 49,082 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 41,591 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2011 31,944 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 23,465 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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GN57 WHU is a 2008 BMW 535 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 GN57 WHU, 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 GN57 WHU registered?

GN57 WHU is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 4 January 2008.

Is GN57 WHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN57 WHU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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