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A8 GGK

2013 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

79,598 mi
Last recorded79,598 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 53570,098 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 GGK
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 79,598 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Oct 2024 69,865 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2023 61,337 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2023 61,336 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre wall becoming scuffed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre wall becoming scuffed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn at the edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 50,857 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 13 Oct 2022 50,856 miles

Offside Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed at worn inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 38,882 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 36,648 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 34,175 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 29,894 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 26,677 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 23,586 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 20,367 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2016 20,367 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively n/s & o/s (8.2.2)

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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A8 GGK is a 2013 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2013 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 70,098 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 535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,346 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A8 GGK, 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 13 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 A8 GGK registered?

A8 GGK is a 2013 BMW 535, first registered on 28 June 2013.

Is A8 GGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 GGK shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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