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LJ08 TYP

2008 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2015
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,823 mi
Last recorded45,823 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2014
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 TYP
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 6 Mar 2014 45,823 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 12 Mar 2013 37,286 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 12 Mar 2012 28,639 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 10 Mar 2011 20,160 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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LJ08 TYP is a 2008 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LJ08 TYP, 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 LJ08 TYP registered?

LJ08 TYP is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 5 June 2008.

Is LJ08 TYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ08 TYP shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LJ08 TYP have outstanding finance?

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