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PK08 FME

2008 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

132,444 mi
Last recorded132,444 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK08 FME
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2018 132,444 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 117,322 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2017 117,322 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 111,666 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 105,774 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2014 95,531 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 86,265 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2012 76,937 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 76,937 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 60,309 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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PK08 FME is a 2008 BMW 535 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PK08 FME, 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 PK08 FME?

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What year was PK08 FME registered?

PK08 FME is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 15 March 2008.

Is PK08 FME safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK08 FME shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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