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LB57 ECE

2008 BMW 635

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

113,323 mi
Last recorded113,323 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 63586,440 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB57 ECE
MakeBMW
Model635
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2020 113,323 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 108,827 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 99,458 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2018 99,425 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 89,037 miles

passenger front wheel close to legal limit

Pass 14 Oct 2016 80,888 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 68,233 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 57,117 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 55,452 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Apr 2013 51,742 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2013 51,742 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 47,619 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 39,444 miles

engine,sills & floor covers fitted

Pass 7 Jan 2011 36,167 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2011 36,167 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

How Reliable is the BMW 635?

Based on 51,017 MOT tests across 4,019 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
4,766
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
4,019
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,161
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 881
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 775
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 760
Brake pipe excessively corroded 615
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LB57 ECE is a 2008 BMW 635 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 BMW 635 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 86,440 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 635 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 1,161 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LB57 ECE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 635 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 635 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LB57 ECE registered?

LB57 ECE is a 2008 BMW 635, first registered on 8 January 2008.

Is LB57 ECE safe to buy?

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