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AD58 VJG

2008 BMW 5 Series

Blue Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

170,537 mi
Last recorded170,537 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD58 VJG
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2023 170,537 miles

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

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

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

Fail 18 Dec 2023 170,537 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2022 168,178 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge At limit in places (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 29 Sep 2021 161,522 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play To the limit (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 153,514 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 146,778 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 137,973 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 127,038 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 118,601 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 111,390 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 105,485 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 99,332 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 81,335 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2012 81,116 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2011 66,200 miles

Strong advise: There is a screw in the sidewall of the N/S/F tyre.

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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AD58 VJG is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AD58 VJG, 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 AD58 VJG?

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What year was AD58 VJG registered?

AD58 VJG is a 2008 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is AD58 VJG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD58 VJG shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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