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DV58 MZJ

2008 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

117,911 mi
Last recorded117,911 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV58 MZJ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2021 117,911 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Mar 2021 117,904 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Feb 2020 104,318 miles

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

Under trays fitted

Pass 11 Mar 2019 93,718 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 89,550 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 86,541 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 82,393 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 75,965 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2014 70,833 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2013 65,206 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 57,505 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 40,463 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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DV58 MZJ is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 DV58 MZJ, 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 DV58 MZJ registered?

DV58 MZJ is a 2008 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 31 October 2008.

Is DV58 MZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV58 MZJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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