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YB57 UGP

2008 BMW 535

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

172,833 mi
Last recorded172,833 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB57 UGP
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2022 172,833 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel

Pass 12 Feb 2021 165,782 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Feb 2021 165,779 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2020 154,901 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 14 Feb 2019 140,659 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 14 Feb 2019 140,659 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2018 133,816 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

emissions did not provide readout

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Pass 16 May 2017 122,944 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Pass 11 May 2016 112,780 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Pass 18 May 2015 102,207 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 May 2014 84,177 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 May 2013 68,378 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 55,605 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 46,769 miles

Both front tyres worn on both shoulders

Emissions too low to trigger response

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 17 May 2010 32,519 miles

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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YB57 UGP is a 2008 BMW 535 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YB57 UGP, 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

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What year was YB57 UGP registered?

YB57 UGP is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 18 January 2008.

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