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MV08 OWY

2008 BMW 635

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

196,923 mi
Last recorded196,923 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 63586,440 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV08 OWY
MakeBMW
Model635
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 196,923 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2024 185,404 miles

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

covers & shields fitted

Pass 1 Sep 2023 173,306 miles

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

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

slight oil leak

Pass 7 Jul 2022 165,932 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2022 165,932 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2021 159,602 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Feb 2020 156,031 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 149,497 miles

Both rear tyre's starting to lightly wear centre of tread's.

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Tyre slightly damaged Both front sidewalls n/s inner and outer,o/s outer. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 134,575 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 17 Jan 2017 115,054 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 101,180 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2016 101,061 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed on inside edge (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear tyre heavily worn on inside edge nail on edge

Pass 30 Jan 2015 88,844 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2014 77,199 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 77,192 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 70,668 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 56,210 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2011 39,897 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2011 39,897 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

How Reliable is the BMW 635?

Based on 51,017 MOT tests across 4,019 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
4,766
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
4,019
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,161
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 881
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 775
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 760
Brake pipe excessively corroded 615
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MV08 OWY is a 2008 BMW 635 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2008 BMW 635 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 86,440 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 635 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 1,161 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MV08 OWY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 635 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 635 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was MV08 OWY registered?

MV08 OWY is a 2008 BMW 635, first registered on 20 March 2008.

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