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CY08 NKL

2008 BMW 5 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

138,912 mi
Last recorded138,912 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY08 NKL
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 138,912 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Dec 2024 128,835 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2024 113,170 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 97,686 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2023 97,686 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jan 2022 83,970 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2021 78,156 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 71,149 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 70,443 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2018 70,443 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 69,294 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 68,275 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 66,854 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 65,174 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2014 64,595 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)

Fail 22 Jun 2013 62,608 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Jun 2013 62,608 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 56,115 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 56,115 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 45,663 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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CY08 NKL is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CY08 NKL, 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 CY08 NKL registered?

CY08 NKL is a 2008 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 11 July 2008.

Is CY08 NKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for CY08 NKL shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CY08 NKL have outstanding finance?

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