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KV08 LVN

2008 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

75,771 mi
Last recorded75,771 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV08 LVN
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 75,771 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 75,358 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2023 73,784 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2022 71,173 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 65,784 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 63,623 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2020 63,608 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2019 60,619 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 57,846 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2017 55,962 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

engine covers and undertray fitted

Pass 8 Jan 2016 51,887 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 43,004 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 37,824 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Mar 2012 29,981 miles

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

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 18 Mar 2011 22,932 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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KV08 LVN is a 2008 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 KV08 LVN, 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 KV08 LVN registered?

KV08 LVN is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is KV08 LVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV08 LVN shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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