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GR57 EUD

2008 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

153,389 mi
Last recorded153,389 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR57 EUD
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 153,389 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2024 150,485 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2023 148,287 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 144,573 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2021 140,032 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2020 137,647 miles

Emissions clean

Pass 11 Nov 2019 130,135 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 125,353 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 18,202 miles

EMISSIONS CLEAN

Engine cover, undershield and sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 8 Nov 2016 111,558 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 12 Nov 2015 105,016 miles

OSR tyre worn close to legal limit

Pass 12 Nov 2014 98,766 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 86,127 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 23 Oct 2012 56,100 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2012 56,100 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2011 26,869 miles

sill covers fitted

Pass 19 Jan 2011 21,880 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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GR57 EUD 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 GR57 EUD, 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 GR57 EUD registered?

GR57 EUD is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is GR57 EUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GR57 EUD 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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