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KE08 YYO

2008 BMW 535

Red Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

101,679 mi
Last recorded101,679 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE08 YYO
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2024 101,679 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 87,851 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 80,313 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 76,262 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2021 76,262 miles

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 73,300 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 69,175 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 64,838 miles

Front brake pads appear to have low thickness

Pass 16 May 2017 58,504 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 49,126 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 38,976 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 31,188 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 28,149 miles

Offside rear tyre bald on inner edge

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 May 2013 28,149 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside rear tyre bald on inner edge

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 May 2012 23,082 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 May 2011 16,592 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

plastic covers fitted underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection

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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KE08 YYO is a 2008 BMW 535 in Red with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KE08 YYO, 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 KE08 YYO registered?

KE08 YYO is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 14 May 2008.

Is KE08 YYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE08 YYO shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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