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OV08 GWG

2008 BMW 635

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

218,339 mi
Last recorded218,339 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 63586,440 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 GWG
MakeBMW
Model635
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2019 218,339 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2018 193,175 miles

Covers preventing access to some components.

Emission result K=0.03 1/m.

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear brake discs are corroding.

Rear tyres are close to the limit.

Pass 19 Jul 2017 166,417 miles

Covers & trays preventing access to some components.

Emission result K=0.02 1/m.

Pass 15 Jun 2016 144,808 miles

Emission result K=0.02 1/m.

Extensive covers & trays preventing access to some components.

Fail 14 Jun 2016 144,805 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Extensive covers & trays preventing access to some components.

Pass 23 Jun 2015 123,023 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 27 Jun 2014 102,048 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 82,815 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 1 Jul 2013 82,815 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jul 2012 60,046 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jul 2011 36,175 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 34,815 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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OV08 GWG is a 2008 BMW 635 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 OV08 GWG, 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 OV08 GWG registered?

OV08 GWG is a 2008 BMW 635, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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