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TM08 SWM

2008 BMW 535

Bronze Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

145,186 mi
Last recorded145,186 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTM08 SWM
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 145,186 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 138,749 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2024 134,066 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 128,005 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 121,997 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2021 116,809 miles

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

Offside Front 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 28 Feb 2020 114,120 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 108,491 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 102,561 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 95,044 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 88,501 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 24 Mar 2015 82,128 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Mar 2015 82,128 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 May 2014 72,169 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

no emssions printout produced due to low emissions vehicle

Fail 21 May 2014 72,150 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

no emssions printout produced due to low emissions vehicle

Pass 23 May 2013 58,545 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 40,582 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 26,249 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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TM08 SWM is a 2008 BMW 535 in Bronze with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 TM08 SWM, 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.

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What year was TM08 SWM registered?

TM08 SWM is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 1 June 2008.

Is TM08 SWM safe to buy?

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