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SO57 RZL

2008 BMW 635

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

162,002 mi
Last recorded162,002 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 63586,440 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO57 RZL
MakeBMW
Model635
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2024 162,002 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 145,392 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 133,278 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2022 133,278 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Mar 2021 124,595 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 114,917 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 97,816 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 28 Mar 2018 87,919 miles

uneven wear to front tyres

Fail 28 Mar 2018 87,919 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

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

uneven wear to front tyres

Pass 27 Jan 2017 78,224 miles

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

Fail 27 Jan 2017 78,219 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Jan 2016 71,107 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 67,476 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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Feb 2013 56,254 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 49,374 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 39,437 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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SO57 RZL is a 2008 BMW 635 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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

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 SO57 RZL, 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 SO57 RZL registered?

SO57 RZL is a 2008 BMW 635, first registered on 12 February 2008.

Is SO57 RZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO57 RZL shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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