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CT08 JDF

2008 BMW 5 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

139,001 mi
Last recorded139,001 miles
Recorded on13 May 2017
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCT08 JDF
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2017 139,001 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 138,524 miles

engine covers + undertrays fitted

engine oil low

nearside rear tyre dot code 11

offside front tyre inner edge worn

Fail 30 Mar 2016 138,524 miles

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

engine covers + undertrays fitted

engine oil low

nearside rear tyre dot code 11

offside front tyre inner edge worn

Pass 27 Mar 2015 121,065 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear tyre earing at inner shoulder 3-4mm

Fail 27 Mar 2015 121,065 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear tyre earing at inner shoulder 3-4mm

Pass 28 Mar 2014 104,182 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Feb 2013 86,398 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear brake disks lipped

Fail 8 Feb 2013 86,397 miles

Offside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

no access to fuel cap

rear brake disks lipped

Pass 22 Mar 2012 72,092 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 55,436 miles

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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CT08 JDF is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 CT08 JDF, 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 CT08 JDF registered?

CT08 JDF is a 2008 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is CT08 JDF safe to buy?

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