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WX08 XXD

2008 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

195,547 mi
Last recorded195,547 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX08 XXD
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2024 195,547 miles
Pass 29 May 2023 177,395 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2022 159,151 miles
Pass 31 May 2021 139,376 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 14 May 2020 127,599 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Under tray fitted

Fail 13 May 2020 127,599 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Under tray fitted

Pass 6 Jun 2019 115,190 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 97,649 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2018 97,649 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 74,729 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 71,699 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 65,668 miles

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

Fail 2 Feb 2016 65,666 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 2 Feb 2015 61,692 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2015 61,650 miles

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

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

offside rear tyre worn on inner edges advise

Pass 23 Jan 2014 53,115 miles

nearside rear tyre has small cut in tread advise

Pass 24 Jan 2013 49,586 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 46,451 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 41,570 miles

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

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

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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WX08 XXD is a 2008 BMW 535 in Blue 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 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 99,439 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 535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,346 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WX08 XXD, 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 WX08 XXD?

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What year was WX08 XXD registered?

WX08 XXD is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is WX08 XXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX08 XXD 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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