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AM08 MWO

2008 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

121,990 mi
Last recorded121,990 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 MWO
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2018 121,990 miles

emissions too clean

rear brake discs worn

under body trays fitted

Fail 12 Feb 2018 121,990 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords x2 (4.1.D.1a)

both front tyres unevenly wearing on inner edge

both rear tyres worn on inner edge + 3mm

emissions too clean

rear brake discs worn

under body trays fitted

Pass 15 Feb 2017 106,666 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 85,377 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 85,377 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)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 71,790 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Rear near side tyre has slight damage to side wall

Fail 17 Mar 2015 71,790 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Rear near side tyre has slight damage to side wall

Pass 24 Mar 2014 60,087 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front wipers slightly smeary

nearside and offside front jacking point blocks missing

nsf tyre has a cut in sidewall but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

plastic covers fitted to sills and underside of car

rear brake pads wearing thin

windscreen stonechipped

Pass 22 Mar 2013 50,001 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 40,839 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 33,350 miles

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

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

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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AM08 MWO is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 AM08 MWO, 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 AM08 MWO registered?

AM08 MWO is a 2008 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is AM08 MWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM08 MWO shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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