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MJ08 ONH

2008 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

163,140 mi
Last recorded163,140 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ08 ONH
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2025 163,140 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 146,836 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated and offside rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2022 146,775 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 144,998 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 142,303 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 134,062 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

different size wheels between front and rear axles

Fail 29 Aug 2019 134,062 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

different size wheels between front and rear axles

Pass 21 Jun 2018 116,799 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 112,623 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2017 112,622 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Nov 2015 104,491 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 94,035 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Fail 28 Oct 2014 94,033 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 29 Apr 2014 89,613 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

nearside and offside front brake pads are getting low on matarial

Pass 23 Apr 2013 76,613 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 May 2012 63,738 miles

rear brake pads low

Pass 23 May 2011 50,387 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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MJ08 ONH 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 82.4%.

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 MJ08 ONH, 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 MJ08 ONH registered?

MJ08 ONH is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 15 May 2008.

Is MJ08 ONH safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ08 ONH shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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