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KJ08 THV

2008 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

164,433 mi
Last recorded164,433 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2016
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ08 THV
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2016 164,433 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2014 131,295 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

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

n/s/rear tyre slight damage

Pass 18 Oct 2013 120,750 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 114,974 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 111,234 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2011 111,234 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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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KJ08 THV is a 2008 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KJ08 THV, 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 KJ08 THV registered?

KJ08 THV is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 11 August 2008.

Is KJ08 THV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJ08 THV 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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