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OY08 YWB

2008 BMW 635

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

177,487 mi
Last recorded177,487 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 63586,440 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY08 YWB
MakeBMW
Model635
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2025 177,487 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play REAR ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play REAR ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2023 166,030 miles

Front Upper Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear 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))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear differential oil leak

Pass 21 Jan 2022 150,056 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2021 143,212 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 134,536 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 26 Jan 2019 121,954 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 107,024 miles

Front Oil leak ()

Pass 31 Jan 2017 96,055 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 89,954 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 85,516 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 81,020 miles

Oil leak

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Feb 2013 73,277 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 54,523 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Mar 2011 28,985 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 28,985 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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OY08 YWB is a 2008 BMW 635 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 OY08 YWB, 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 OY08 YWB registered?

OY08 YWB is a 2008 BMW 635, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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