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M155 AYA

2008 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

29,519 mi
Last recorded29,519 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM155 AYA
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2018 29,519 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 28,214 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2017 28,214 miles

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 25,320 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 23,901 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 21,808 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Sep 2014 21,807 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Aug 2013 19,605 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 31 Jul 2013 19,605 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Jul 2012 16,494 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 13,734 miles

plastic covers fitted underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection

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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M155 AYA is a 2008 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 M155 AYA, 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 M155 AYA registered?

M155 AYA is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 10 August 2008.

Is M155 AYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for M155 AYA shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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