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SV08 TFK

2008 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

145,549 mi
Last recorded145,549 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV08 TFK
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2023 145,549 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 133,766 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Feb 2022 133,738 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 124,279 miles

Engine cover/ Undertrays fitted

Pass 13 Mar 2020 115,350 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 101,846 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2019 101,845 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 91,903 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 20 Mar 2017 77,052 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 67,076 miles

engine covers fitted obscuring view

under trays fitted obscuring view

Pass 24 Mar 2015 61,595 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front wheel bearing slightly rough

Pass 6 Mar 2014 58,877 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2013 55,369 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 55,368 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 52,696 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 45,535 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Mar 2011 33,877 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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SV08 TFK is a 2008 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 SV08 TFK, 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 SV08 TFK registered?

SV08 TFK is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is SV08 TFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV08 TFK shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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