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GT08 MCG

2008 BMW 535

Green Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

126,424 mi
Last recorded126,424 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGT08 MCG
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 126,424 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 115,787 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 106,383 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 98,015 miles

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2022 92,177 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2020 84,815 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 81,367 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 64,706 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Feb 2019 64,706 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 60,322 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad getting low (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad getting low (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 56,908 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Jan 2016 53,935 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 49,187 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 46,184 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 41,721 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 37,827 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 34,456 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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GT08 MCG is a 2008 BMW 535 in Green 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 GT08 MCG, 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 GT08 MCG registered?

GT08 MCG is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is GT08 MCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GT08 MCG 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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