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CXZ 535

2008 BMW 5 Series

Red Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

176,728 mi
Last recorded176,728 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCXZ 535
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 26 Sep 2025 176,728 miles

slight oil leak, rubber bushes starting to deteriorate

Pass 21 Sep 2024 163,681 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play Both Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes wear/perished but no play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 145,766 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

under trays fitted

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 535 is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Red with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 CXZ 535, 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

How do I check the history of CXZ 535?

You can check the full history of CXZ 535 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was CXZ 535 registered?

CXZ 535 is a 2008 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 17 September 2008.

Is CXZ 535 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CXZ 535 shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CXZ 535 have outstanding finance?

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