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G6 UNM

2008 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

168,507 mi
Last recorded168,507 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG6 UNM
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 13 Jul 2026 168,507 miles

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2025 160,220 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 151,353 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 142,671 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 134,440 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 126,273 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2020 115,377 miles

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2019 106,898 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 102,412 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 98,285 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 93,687 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2015 89,481 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 85,606 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Aug 2013 81,139 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 24 Jul 2012 76,103 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Jul 2011 72,557 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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G6 UNM is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 G6 UNM, 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 G6 UNM?

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What year was G6 UNM registered?

G6 UNM is a 2008 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 16 July 2008.

Is G6 UNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for G6 UNM shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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