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HV08 JHJ

2008 BMW 5 Series

Bronze Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

132,681 mi
Last recorded132,681 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2017
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV08 JHJ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2017 132,681 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 124,057 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 118,180 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 112,558 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 93,146 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Dec 2011 79,909 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2011 63,601 miles

child seat fitted to nearside rear seat belt...

engine, under body plastic trays fitted..

Fail 24 Feb 2011 63,599 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

child seat fitted to nearside rear seat belt...

engine, under body plastic trays fitted..

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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HV08 JHJ is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Bronze with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 HV08 JHJ, 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 HV08 JHJ?

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What year was HV08 JHJ registered?

HV08 JHJ is a 2008 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 17 March 2008.

Is HV08 JHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV08 JHJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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