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EO58 BFN

2008 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2019
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

174,045 mi
Last recorded174,045 miles
Recorded on7 May 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO58 BFN
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 7 May 2018 174,045 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush both rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 May 2017 153,141 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 134,014 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 191,230 miles

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

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)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 174,550 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 98,221 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 70,004 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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EO58 BFN is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EO58 BFN, 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 EO58 BFN?

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What year was EO58 BFN registered?

EO58 BFN is a 2008 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 1 December 2008.

Is EO58 BFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO58 BFN shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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