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LP08 GGF

2008 BMW 535

Bronze Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

187,642 mi
Last recorded187,642 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP08 GGF
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2023 187,642 miles

Parking Brake Lever Low Travel Reserve

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

Pass 14 Apr 2022 180,517 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 167,209 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2020 150,120 miles

Nearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Apr 2019 141,719 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 225/50r17 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Apr 2019 141,719 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 225/50r17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 116,946 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak ()

Under shield fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 87,578 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak ()

Under shield fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2016 56,291 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 52,842 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 48,673 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 43,192 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 37,500 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 31,604 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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LP08 GGF is a 2008 BMW 535 in Bronze with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 LP08 GGF, 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 LP08 GGF registered?

LP08 GGF is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 22 July 2008.

Is LP08 GGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP08 GGF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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