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R111 YNV

2008 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

182,994 mi
Last recorded182,994 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR111 YNV
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 182,994 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2024 178,899 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2023 172,750 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2023 172,750 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 164,282 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 160,766 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 157,816 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 150,740 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 140,426 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2017 128,493 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

under-trays fitted to all of underside

Pass 27 May 2016 116,381 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 100,527 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jun 2014 83,945 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 66,295 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 May 2012 53,484 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 43,371 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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R111 YNV is a 2008 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 R111 YNV, 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

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What year was R111 YNV registered?

R111 YNV is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 24 April 2008.

Is R111 YNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R111 YNV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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