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D22 NLU

2008 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

155,320 mi
Last recorded155,320 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD22 NLU
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2024 155,320 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 144,545 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2020 134,700 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2019 124,228 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated bonnet safety catch sticking (3.1 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 26 Nov 2019 124,228 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated bonnet safety catch sticking (3.1 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 110,772 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2018 110,772 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 100,119 miles

Engine bay and under vehicle covers fitted

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn out on inside (4.1.E.1)

brake pad warning lamp on

Fail 20 Nov 2017 100,119 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating angel lights (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Engine bay and under vehicle covers fitted

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

Nearside parking brake noisy

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn out on inside (4.1.E.1)

Rear brakes squeaking before locking

brake pad warning lamp on

Pass 1 Nov 2016 85,160 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 27 Nov 2015 74,767 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 14 Nov 2014 58,932 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Oct 2014 58,920 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2013 52,430 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2013 52,425 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 42,521 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 34,788 miles

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

Offside 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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D22 NLU is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 D22 NLU, 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 D22 NLU registered?

D22 NLU is a 2008 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 17 December 2008.

Is D22 NLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for D22 NLU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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