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SJ08 NLU

2008 BMW 635

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

72,009 mi
Last recorded72,009 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 63586,440 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ08 NLU
MakeBMW
Model635
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2020 72,009 miles

undertray fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 18 Jun 2020 72,009 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

undertray fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 21 Aug 2019 68,290 miles

zero smoke reading

Pass 16 Apr 2019 65,573 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2019 65,570 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jun 2018 65,291 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 63,219 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 58,862 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2015 53,397 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 48,183 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 32,364 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 32,269 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 23,621 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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SJ08 NLU is a 2008 BMW 635 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SJ08 NLU, 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.

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What year was SJ08 NLU registered?

SJ08 NLU is a 2008 BMW 635, first registered on 5 March 2008.

Is SJ08 NLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ08 NLU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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