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OE08 LPY

2008 BMW 635

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

224,862 mi
Last recorded224,862 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 63586,440 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE08 LPY
MakeBMW
Model635
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 224,862 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2025 212,905 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2024 205,150 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2023 193,854 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2023 193,829 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Rear most ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Numerous small chips (3.2 (a) (i))

H/brake requires adjustment, reserve travel requirements only just met

Pass 7 Mar 2022 185,160 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 174,801 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2020 169,631 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 161,637 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2019 161,637 miles

Headlamp aim too low n/s/f (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low o/s/f (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2018 146,957 miles

Oil leak ()

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

Fail 28 Feb 2018 146,957 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 9 Mar 2017 131,670 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2016 123,134 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 2mm (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn heavily inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn heavily inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2015 108,319 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 92,717 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 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 79,170 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 63,143 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 47,505 miles

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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OE08 LPY 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 OE08 LPY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OE08 LPY registered?

OE08 LPY is a 2008 BMW 635, first registered on 22 March 2008.

Is OE08 LPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE08 LPY shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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