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HR08 DJR

2012 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

86,906 mi
Last recorded86,906 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53573,136 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHR08 DJR
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 86,906 miles

Lower under tray obscuring components

Nearside Front run flat fitted on same axel as standard

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

Pass 18 Oct 2024 79,026 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 73,574 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 61,123 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 50,868 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers and undertrays fitted, obscuring view to some components

Fail 29 Sep 2021 50,795 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers and undertrays fitted, obscuring view to some 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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HR08 DJR is a 2012 BMW 535 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2012 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 73,136 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 HR08 DJR, 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 14 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 HR08 DJR registered?

HR08 DJR is a 2012 BMW 535, first registered on 26 September 2012.

Is HR08 DJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for HR08 DJR shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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