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DY08 NVO

2008 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

221,900 mi
Last recorded221,900 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY08 NVO
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2023 221,900 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2022 219,299 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2021 215,328 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2020 212,067 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2019 207,821 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2018 203,559 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 203,559 miles

Emissions not tested dpf broken (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases dpf broken (7.1.2)

Pass 10 May 2017 196,503 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 182,331 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)

oi leaking

Pass 29 Apr 2015 170,730 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 165,528 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 153,593 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2012 138,244 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 122,175 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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DY08 NVO is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 DY08 NVO, 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 DY08 NVO registered?

DY08 NVO is a 2008 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is DY08 NVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY08 NVO shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DY08 NVO have outstanding finance?

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