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AD08 CBX

2008 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

283,073 mi
Last recorded283,073 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD08 CBX
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2018 283,073 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 216,330 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 151,024 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 85,449 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 71,897 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2013 60,640 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 47,496 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 35,682 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2011 35,682 miles

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

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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AD08 CBX is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 106,702 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD08 CBX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 5 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AD08 CBX?

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What year was AD08 CBX registered?

AD08 CBX is a 2008 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is AD08 CBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD08 CBX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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