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HD06 HAR

2008 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

147,078 mi
Last recorded147,078 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD06 HAR
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 147,078 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2024 137,387 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2023 130,149 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 125,399 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2022 125,399 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 115,864 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres are wearing on edges of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Nov 2021 115,864 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres are wearing on edges of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 113,797 miles

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear arms inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Dec 2020 113,797 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear arms inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2019 108,609 miles

Nearside Rear tyre shows inner edge wear

Offside Rear tyre heavily worn on inner edge; close to ply/cord

engine bay covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 3 Nov 2018 104,618 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 98,894 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 93,730 miles

Central Front Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

under shields fitted not allowing full inspection of components

Fail 10 Nov 2016 93,730 miles

Front registration plate non-reflective border wider than permitted (6.3.4h)

Central Front Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

under shields fitted not allowing full inspection of components

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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HD06 HAR is a 2008 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HD06 HAR, 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 HD06 HAR registered?

HD06 HAR is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 29 September 2008.

Is HD06 HAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD06 HAR shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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