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DU08 EXD

2008 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

104,191 mi
Last recorded104,191 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU08 EXD
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2019 104,191 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 95,698 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 95,698 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 87,982 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 84,296 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 78,798 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Mar 2014 68,762 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Apr 2013 57,804 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 37,620 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 37,620 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

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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DU08 EXD is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DU08 EXD, 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 DU08 EXD?

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What year was DU08 EXD registered?

DU08 EXD is a 2008 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is DU08 EXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU08 EXD shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DU08 EXD have outstanding finance?

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