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VU58 ZVA

2008 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

132,058 mi
Last recorded132,058 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU58 ZVA
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2023 132,058 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))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 119,299 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 105,071 miles

ENGINE COVERS AND UNDERTRAYS FITTED

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2020 162,309 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 97,180 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 89,877 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2018 89,861 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 84,172 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 75,151 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 57,313 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 38,311 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2013 27,337 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 20,512 miles

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

both front tyres has cuts in sidewalls not deep enough to see ply or cord

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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VU58 ZVA is a 2008 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 VU58 ZVA, 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 VU58 ZVA registered?

VU58 ZVA is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 5 September 2008.

Is VU58 ZVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU58 ZVA shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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