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HY58 GZB

2008 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

138,381 mi
Last recorded138,381 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY58 GZB
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2023 138,381 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 129,701 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 123,003 miles

Offside park brake reading slightly low

Pass 17 Sep 2020 119,299 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Sep 2020 119,286 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 117,631 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2019 117,621 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2018 113,487 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2018 113,343 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2017 104,013 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 94,437 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 83,895 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 72,236 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 62,694 miles

EMISSION CLEAR

FRONT AND REAR PADS LOW

Pass 19 Jul 2012 52,974 miles

Both rear lower arms have deterioration to the inner/front bushes

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Aug 2011 40,421 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 40,364 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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HY58 GZB is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 HY58 GZB, 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 HY58 GZB?

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What year was HY58 GZB registered?

HY58 GZB is a 2008 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is HY58 GZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY58 GZB shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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