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DV08 EEU

2008 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

148,935 mi
Last recorded148,935 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV08 EEU
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2020 148,935 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2019 141,716 miles

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

Parking brake lever has a long travel

Pass 24 Sep 2018 136,524 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 136,524 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working HEADLIGHT NEEDS TO COME OUT (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 129,865 miles

Offside Rear BALD ON INNER SHOULDER REQUIRES ALIGNMENT

Fail 28 Sep 2017 129,865 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear BALD ON INNER SHOULDER REQUIRES ALIGNMENT

Pass 29 Sep 2016 122,079 miles

Oil leak ()

Windscreen wipers starting to smear

Pass 17 Sep 2015 113,609 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front nail in tyre

Side repeater slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 103,569 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Sep 2014 103,567 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Sep 2013 90,689 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 76,989 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 60,727 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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DV08 EEU is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DV08 EEU, 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 DV08 EEU?

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What year was DV08 EEU registered?

DV08 EEU is a 2008 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is DV08 EEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV08 EEU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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