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AF58 WVP

2008 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2025
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

125,471 mi
Last recorded125,471 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF58 WVP
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2024 125,471 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2023 117,776 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

dpf warning showing

Fail 11 Nov 2023 117,776 miles

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

dpf warning showing

Pass 28 Nov 2022 112,601 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 Nov 2022 112,595 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 106,574 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2021 106,574 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 99,250 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2019 94,886 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

covers & under trays fitted

Pass 10 Nov 2018 89,232 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2018 89,232 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 245/35/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/35/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Nov 2017 82,563 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2016 75,418 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 69,989 miles

corrosion on brakes

wear to tyres

Pass 5 Sep 2014 63,529 miles

child seat fitted n/s/r

Fail 28 Aug 2014 63,172 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

child seat fitted n/s/r

Pass 6 Sep 2013 53,660 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 46,760 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2012 46,634 miles

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

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 38,030 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 35,059 miles

Nail in offside front 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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AF58 WVP is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AF58 WVP, 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

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What year was AF58 WVP registered?

AF58 WVP is a 2008 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is AF58 WVP safe to buy?

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