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HY58 JMU

2008 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

119,381 mi
Last recorded119,381 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY58 JMU
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 4 Feb 2026 119,381 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2025 115,667 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 111,561 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 107,393 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 103,856 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 98,590 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 94,056 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 31 May 2019 86,962 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 82,794 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 80,982 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 71,058 miles

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

oil leak from underside

service light on

Pass 21 Sep 2015 62,011 miles

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

nearside rear anti roll bar link arm has slight play in a balljoint

Pass 19 Sep 2014 49,875 miles

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

front pads low

o/s/f tyre worn on outside edge

Pass 20 Sep 2013 40,564 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 33,918 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

o/s rear tyre tread 3 mm n/s 2 mm

Pass 8 Aug 2011 27,122 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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HY58 JMU is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc 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 HY58 JMU, 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

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What year was HY58 JMU registered?

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

Is HY58 JMU safe to buy?

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