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LC57 UOD

2008 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

150,717 mi
Last recorded150,717 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC57 UOD
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2024 150,717 miles

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

Under trays are fitted

Pass 7 Jun 2023 150,425 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 7 Jun 2023 150,425 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

under trays fitted

Pass 27 Sep 2021 146,392 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2020 136,126 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 128,841 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 109,365 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 96,700 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 83,936 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2016 83,933 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 72,688 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 29 Jul 2014 60,579 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 60,579 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 51,989 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 41,536 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 32,971 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2011 32,971 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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LC57 UOD is a 2008 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LC57 UOD, 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 LC57 UOD registered?

LC57 UOD is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 3 January 2008.

Is LC57 UOD safe to buy?

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