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MV58 SHZ

2008 BMW 535

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

100,221 mi
Last recorded100,221 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV58 SHZ
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2019 100,221 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 95,249 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 85,462 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

rear brake pads getting thin

Pass 12 Feb 2016 74,489 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2016 74,489 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 72,911 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 67,153 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Nov 2013 56,719 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 45,392 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 34,668 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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MV58 SHZ is a 2008 BMW 535 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 MV58 SHZ, 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

How do I check the history of MV58 SHZ?

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What year was MV58 SHZ registered?

MV58 SHZ is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 14 October 2008.

Is MV58 SHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV58 SHZ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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