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YD08 VVB

2008 BMW 635

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

169,960 mi
Last recorded169,960 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 63586,440 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD08 VVB
MakeBMW
Model635
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 169,960 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 155,930 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2023 147,812 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2022 143,302 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 5% (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under trays and engine covers fitted

wet conditions

Pass 23 Nov 2021 135,872 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

under trays and engine covers fitted

wet conditions

Fail 22 Nov 2021 135,872 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

under trays and engine covers fitted

wet conditions

Offside Front Lower wiper link broken dangerous

Pass 25 Nov 2020 129,839 miles

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 20 May 2019 118,352 miles

Engine cover fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

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

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

Under trays fitted preventing full under vehicle inspection

Pass 10 May 2018 106,010 miles

Brake reaction bushes are soft

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Fail 10 May 2018 106,010 miles

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

Both rear tyres are worn on edges

Brake reaction bushes are soft

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Pass 26 May 2017 95,865 miles

Brake reaction bushes are soft

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

Rear brake pads are starting to get low

Underrate fitted preventing full Underside inspection

Pass 25 May 2016 74,175 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit **recommended now** almost worn through on inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)

wiper blades deteriorating

Pass 15 Apr 2015 61,821 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 58,244 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 58,244 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 53,112 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 44,103 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 34,959 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

near side front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 22 Jun 2010 25,657 miles

near-side front tyre wearing on edges

off-side front tyre wearing on edges

Pass 22 May 2010 25,613 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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YD08 VVB is a 2008 BMW 635 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YD08 VVB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YD08 VVB registered?

YD08 VVB is a 2008 BMW 635, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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