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YG08 JXM

2008 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

199,114 mi
Last recorded199,114 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 53599,439 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG08 JXM
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2022 199,114 miles

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

Nearside Front fog light missing

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

Fail 13 Jan 2022 199,104 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front fog light missing

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2021 179,695 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.66mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.63mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 148,316 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 143,028 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 138,289 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 128,293 miles

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 16 Apr 2015 117,574 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 109,296 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 87,174 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 69,983 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2011 43,619 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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YG08 JXM is a 2008 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 YG08 JXM, 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 YG08 JXM registered?

YG08 JXM is a 2008 BMW 535, first registered on 12 March 2008.

Is YG08 JXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG08 JXM shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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