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FY58 VAV

2008 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

150,809 mi
Last recorded150,809 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY58 VAV
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2023 150,809 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 137,184 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 125,255 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 116,272 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Sep 2020 116,164 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 109,569 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 102,585 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 95,937 miles

Front chip/crack in windscreen outside zone A

covers and shields fitted

Pass 2 Aug 2016 89,976 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2015 77,951 miles

brake pads appear low

Pass 16 Jul 2014 69,515 miles

o/sr tyre is legal limit

Pass 15 Jul 2013 59,583 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 54,481 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 39,306 miles

Cut in N/S/R tyre but not deep enough to show cords.

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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FY58 VAV is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FY58 VAV, 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 FY58 VAV registered?

FY58 VAV is a 2008 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 21 October 2008.

Is FY58 VAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY58 VAV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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