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FV08 PXB

2008 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,127 mi
Last recorded70,127 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 PXB
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 11 Dec 2025 70,127 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 69,968 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 69,394 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 68,923 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 65,756 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both tyres VERY LOW (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 63,529 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 61,279 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 55,243 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 49,961 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 44,385 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 39,550 miles

emissions too low to register

Pass 15 May 2014 34,684 miles

both rear tyre,s worn on inside edge

Pass 24 Apr 2013 29,405 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 23,964 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 17,498 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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FV08 PXB is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 FV08 PXB, 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 FV08 PXB?

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What year was FV08 PXB registered?

FV08 PXB is a 2008 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 23 May 2008.

Is FV08 PXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV08 PXB shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV08 PXB have outstanding finance?

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