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CXZ 2192

2008 BMW 5 Series

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2024
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

261,680 mi
Last recorded261,680 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCXZ 2192
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2023 261,680 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2023 261,664 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 251,797 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2022 251,797 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 241,303 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear diff leaking slight oil

Pass 6 Mar 2020 234,012 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated N/S O/S (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear diff oil leak

Fail 6 Mar 2020 234,012 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated N/S O/S (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear diff oil leak

Pass 30 Mar 2019 216,790 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Under tray fitted/oil leak/rear diff leaking

Fail 30 Mar 2019 216,790 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Under tray fitted/oil leak/rear diff leaking

Pass 10 Apr 2018 199,509 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 166,217 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 147,714 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 26 May 2014 127,562 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 107,668 miles
Fail 19 May 2012 87,851 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 May 2012 87,851 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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CXZ 2192 is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 CXZ 2192, 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 CXZ 2192 registered?

CXZ 2192 is a 2008 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 17 November 2008.

Is CXZ 2192 safe to buy?

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