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EFZ 7566

2008 BMW 5 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

148,056 mi
Last recorded148,056 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEFZ 7566
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 148,056 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 23 Nov 2024 141,220 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2023 140,127 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 134,509 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 126,768 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 115,529 miles

emissions machine only detects erratic idle. no blip detected. plate value 0.53. machine reads 0.01

Pass 29 May 2019 97,341 miles

underside covers fitted not allowing full inspection of brake pipes etc.

Pass 4 Jun 2018 92,899 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 89,058 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 87,737 miles

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

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

undertrays fitted obscuring some under car components

Pass 3 Mar 2016 67,956 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 46,899 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 38,303 miles

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

Fail 10 Mar 2014 38,303 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 4 Mar 2013 32,926 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 27,106 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 16,881 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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EFZ 7566 is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 EFZ 7566, 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 EFZ 7566?

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What year was EFZ 7566 registered?

EFZ 7566 is a 2008 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 12 August 2008.

Is EFZ 7566 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EFZ 7566 shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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