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AV58 EFG

2008 BMW 5 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

100,659 mi
Last recorded100,659 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV58 EFG
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 28 May 2026 100,659 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 28 May 2025 87,659 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 74,598 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 60,444 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 59,829 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 58,319 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 57,933 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 56,675 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 54,391 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 52,049 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 49,895 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 46,461 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 42,464 miles

front tyres worn on edges

n/s/f tyre cut in tread

Pass 11 Jul 2013 38,672 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jul 2012 34,539 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 30,495 miles

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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AV58 EFG is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AV58 EFG, 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 AV58 EFG registered?

AV58 EFG is a 2008 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 24 September 2008.

Is AV58 EFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV58 EFG shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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