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FD08 FPT

2008 BMW 5 Series

Green Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2015
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

242,742 mi
Last recorded242,742 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2014
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD08 FPT
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 22 Sep 2014 242,742 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r tyre inner edge worn

Pass 20 Sep 2013 213,839 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 160,855 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 106,002 miles

front discs worn

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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FD08 FPT is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Green with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 FD08 FPT, 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 FD08 FPT?

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What year was FD08 FPT registered?

FD08 FPT is a 2008 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is FD08 FPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD08 FPT shows 4 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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