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KR58 SWW

2008 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

137,437 mi
Last recorded137,437 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR58 SWW
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2024 137,437 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Feb 2024 137,437 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2023 129,000 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 126,597 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 122,741 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 119,167 miles

wipers starting to smear

Pass 18 Dec 2019 115,762 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 110,103 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 103,032 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2016 95,464 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2016 95,463 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed in a cut. (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed in a cut. (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 2 Dec 2015 90,511 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine covers and under trays obscure some testable items

Pass 5 Dec 2014 84,528 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Dec 2013 78,567 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emissions to low to record a reading

rear tyres on 3mm and worn on inner edge

Pass 5 Dec 2012 71,059 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 64,853 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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KR58 SWW is a 2008 BMW 535 in Blue 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 KR58 SWW, 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

How do I check the history of KR58 SWW?

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What year was KR58 SWW registered?

KR58 SWW is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 16 December 2008.

Is KR58 SWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR58 SWW 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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