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YA08 LYF

2008 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

147,497 mi
Last recorded147,497 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA08 LYF
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2024 147,497 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 141,072 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 134,112 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Feb 2020 133,864 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2019 126,544 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2018 106,843 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 86,792 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 81,354 miles

engine cover-under tray fitted

oil leaks

unable to check brake fluid

Fail 5 Apr 2016 81,353 miles

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

engine cover-under tray fitted

oil leaks

unable to check brake fluid

Pass 8 Apr 2015 75,004 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre has cuts on the outer side wall but unable to see cords

Fail 27 Mar 2014 65,331 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nsf tyre outter wall cut

Pass 27 Mar 2014 65,331 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nsf tyre outter wall cut

Pass 4 Mar 2013 55,766 miles

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

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

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

Fail 28 Feb 2012 46,610 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Access panel cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 46,610 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Jan 2011 41,367 miles

Advise front discs pitted.

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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YA08 LYF is a 2008 BMW 535 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YA08 LYF, 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.

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What year was YA08 LYF registered?

YA08 LYF is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 24 July 2008.

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