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FP58 LDC

2008 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

162,730 mi
Last recorded162,730 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP58 LDC
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2018 162,730 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 14 Feb 2017 160,100 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Nov 2015 158,428 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 147,948 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Nov 2013 136,559 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 12 Nov 2012 129,033 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 129,033 miles

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

Fail 7 Nov 2011 96,349 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

rear brake discs slightly lipped

Pass 7 Nov 2011 96,349 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear brake discs slightly lipped

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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FP58 LDC is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FP58 LDC, 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 FP58 LDC registered?

FP58 LDC is a 2008 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 27 November 2008.

Is FP58 LDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP58 LDC shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FP58 LDC have outstanding finance?

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