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EF08 CTK

2008 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

151,976 mi
Last recorded151,976 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF08 CTK
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 151,976 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2026 151,973 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2025 148,166 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 144,105 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 132,271 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2022 132,259 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Lower Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 125,554 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

under tray fitted

Pass 5 Dec 2020 116,300 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2019 106,487 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 103,140 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 99,826 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 94,309 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 90,942 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 86,414 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 83,855 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 80,431 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2012 75,876 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 71,190 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)

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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EF08 CTK is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 EF08 CTK, 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 EF08 CTK registered?

EF08 CTK is a 2008 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 18 June 2008.

Is EF08 CTK safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF08 CTK shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EF08 CTK have outstanding finance?

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