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DS08 GYY

2008 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2020
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

196,048 mi
Last recorded196,048 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS08 GYY
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 10 Aug 2019 196,048 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 174,254 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

engine cover and undertrays

Pass 1 Aug 2017 158,280 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 146,452 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 129,628 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 108,680 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 104,596 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 100,788 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 89,871 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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DS08 GYY is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 DS08 GYY, 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 DS08 GYY?

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What year was DS08 GYY registered?

DS08 GYY is a 2008 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 20 June 2008.

Is DS08 GYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS08 GYY shows 9 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 DS08 GYY have outstanding finance?

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