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VX08 WLA

2008 BMW 635

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

115,126 mi
Last recorded115,126 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 63586,440 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 WLA
MakeBMW
Model635
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 115,126 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 115,115 miles

factory fitted undertrays covering underbody

Fail 7 May 2025 115,115 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

factory fitted undertrays covering underbody

Pass 30 Apr 2024 115,104 miles

factory fitted undertrays

Pass 4 Apr 2023 115,094 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 110,035 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 103,357 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 97,555 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 91,286 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 82,703 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2017 82,696 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 80,509 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 74,692 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 11 Feb 2014 67,451 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 60,003 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 50,078 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 22 Jun 2011 34,832 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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VX08 WLA is a 2008 BMW 635 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 VX08 WLA, 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 VX08 WLA registered?

VX08 WLA is a 2008 BMW 635, first registered on 24 June 2008.

Is VX08 WLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX08 WLA shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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