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W15 EMT

2008 BMW 635

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

118,247 mi
Last recorded118,247 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 63586,440 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW15 EMT
MakeBMW
Model635
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 118,247 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 114,695 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2023 107,580 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2022 101,383 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2022 101,383 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 97,753 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 92,365 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 87,854 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 83,445 miles

engine bay covers fitted

undertray and outer sills fitted

Fail 1 Jun 2018 83,443 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine bay covers fitted

undertray and outer sills fitted

Pass 1 Jun 2017 79,651 miles

engine covers fitted

n/s-o/s outer sill covers fitted

under covers fitted

Fail 1 Jun 2017 79,651 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

engine covers fitted

n/s-o/s outer sill covers fitted

under covers fitted

Pass 4 Jun 2016 73,189 miles

engine covers fitted

n/s-o/s outer sill covers fitted

n/s/r tyre worn low inner edge

under covers fitted

Pass 5 Aug 2015 69,469 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted to vehicle

Pass 27 Aug 2014 63,137 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre worn unevenly inner shoulder

o/s/f tyre worn unevenly outer shoulder

o/s/r tyre worn unevenely inner shoulder

Pass 22 Aug 2013 58,113 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 51,289 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 36,404 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2011 36,404 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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W15 EMT is a 2008 BMW 635 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 W15 EMT, 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 W15 EMT registered?

W15 EMT is a 2008 BMW 635, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is W15 EMT safe to buy?

The MOT history for W15 EMT shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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