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FL08 KJU

2008 BMW 5 Series

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

201,466 mi
Last recorded201,466 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 KJU
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2026 201,466 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 22 Mar 2025 190,276 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2024 173,621 miles

under tray and engine covers fitted

Pass 28 Mar 2023 163,857 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s & o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 142,780 miles

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

under tray and engine covers fitted

Pass 25 Mar 2021 128,291 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2020 118,365 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers and undertray fitted

Fail 28 Mar 2020 118,365 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers and undertray fitted

Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2019 104,201 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2019 104,201 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2018 88,632 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 74,225 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 57,466 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 56,927 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2014 56,114 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 55,380 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 54,714 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2011 53,263 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 53,263 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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FL08 KJU is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 FL08 KJU, 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 FL08 KJU registered?

FL08 KJU is a 2008 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is FL08 KJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL08 KJU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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