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WM57 EPD

2008 BMW 535

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

161,137 mi
Last recorded161,137 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM57 EPD
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 161,137 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2024 149,803 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both drivers and passenger rear lower bushes showing wear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 138,904 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 127,147 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 118,173 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 111,107 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 103,877 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2018 94,543 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 85,971 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 77,356 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 64,092 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 63,036 miles

tray fitted underside obscuring some components

wipers deteriorated

Pass 20 Oct 2014 56,698 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Oct 2013 50,659 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise cut / tear n/s/r tyre

Pass 9 Oct 2012 41,563 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 37,697 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 17 Jan 2011 29,578 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2011 29,578 miles

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

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

nearside front inner rim buckled

nearside rear inner rim buckled

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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WM57 EPD is a 2008 BMW 535 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 WM57 EPD, 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

How do I check the history of WM57 EPD?

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What year was WM57 EPD registered?

WM57 EPD is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 30 January 2008.

Is WM57 EPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM57 EPD shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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