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HV08 TUH

2008 BMW 5 Series

Red Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

134,842 mi
Last recorded134,842 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV08 TUH
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2025 134,842 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 131,196 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 123,978 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 115,409 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 107,394 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 101,070 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 93,336 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 83,388 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 71,279 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 59,546 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 46,679 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Near side rear tyre starting to get low on tread

Pass 16 Apr 2014 35,510 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 32,023 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 24,333 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 24,333 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 20,975 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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HV08 TUH is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Red with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 TUH, 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 TUH?

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What year was HV08 TUH registered?

HV08 TUH is a 2008 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is HV08 TUH safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV08 TUH shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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