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FP08 FZA

2008 BMW 5 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

120,641 mi
Last recorded120,641 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 FZA
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 120,641 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 120,191 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jul 2024 120,180 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 115,559 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front & Rear (0.1 (b))

Fail 23 Jun 2023 115,558 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

EML ON

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front & Rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Jul 2022 110,616 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded, unable to fully inspect due to plastic coating (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 107,944 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 105,968 miles

Bonnet not fully secured

Pass 22 Jul 2019 102,762 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2019 102,756 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 99,602 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 97,461 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 90,767 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 87,809 miles

Rear tyres starting to wear low

Pass 11 Apr 2014 82,228 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2013 65,849 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 53,342 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 36,317 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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FP08 FZA is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FP08 FZA, 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 FP08 FZA?

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What year was FP08 FZA registered?

FP08 FZA is a 2008 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 17 April 2008.

Is FP08 FZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP08 FZA shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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