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GFZ 9401

2008 BMW 5 Series

Red Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2026
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

200,376 mi
Last recorded200,376 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFZ 9401
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2025 200,376 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2023 189,041 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2023 188,970 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 176,248 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 167,508 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2020 159,634 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2020 159,634 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 146,143 miles

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

Fail 1 Mar 2019 146,141 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Heavily worn inner/outer edges with cut on inner edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Mar 2018 133,689 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2018 133,669 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Sep 2016 113,496 miles

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

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

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

Fail 15 Sep 2016 113,496 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2015 103,197 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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GFZ 9401 is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Red with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 GFZ 9401, 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 GFZ 9401?

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What year was GFZ 9401 registered?

GFZ 9401 is a 2008 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 6 November 2008.

Is GFZ 9401 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFZ 9401 shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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