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LB08 FXH

2008 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

173,447 mi
Last recorded173,447 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB08 FXH
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2018 173,447 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2017 159,001 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 142,630 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 122,412 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 104,078 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 89,272 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 75,726 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011

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

Fail 8 Jun 2011

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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LB08 FXH is a 2008 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LB08 FXH, 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.

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What year was LB08 FXH registered?

LB08 FXH is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 20 June 2008.

Is LB08 FXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB08 FXH shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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