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YC08 VRE

2008 BMW 635

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

145,191 mi
Last recorded145,191 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 63586,440 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC08 VRE
MakeBMW
Model635
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2019 145,191 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 136,884 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 130,426 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 124,611 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

oil leak

Fail 4 Jan 2016 124,610 miles

Offside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

oil leak

Pass 3 Feb 2015 120,144 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 113,368 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 102,919 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2013 102,915 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 May 2012 92,650 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2012 88,113 miles

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

Both front tyre worn on edges

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 May 2011 61,728 miles

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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YC08 VRE is a 2008 BMW 635 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YC08 VRE, 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.

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What year was YC08 VRE registered?

YC08 VRE is a 2008 BMW 635, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is YC08 VRE safe to buy?

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