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JU57 CJZ

2008 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

159,401 mi
Last recorded159,401 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJU57 CJZ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 159,401 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2024 153,376 miles

COVERS FITTED UNDER VEHICLE

Pass 14 Dec 2023 150,211 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 143,760 miles

COVERS FITTED UNDER VEHICLE RESTRICTING FULL VISUAL INSPECTION

Pass 14 Dec 2021 140,721 miles

HAND BRAKE ONLY JUST MET LEGAL REQUIREMENTS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT ARM FRONT BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

PLASTIC COVERS FITTED UNDER VEHICLE RESTRICTING FULL VISUAL INSPECTION

Pass 25 Nov 2020 136,204 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 127,774 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Jun 2018 122,870 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear All position lamps light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

PLASTIC COVERS FITTED UNDER VEHICLE

Pass 26 May 2017 118,014 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 111,768 miles

under trays and sill covers fitted

Fail 2 Jul 2016 111,767 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

under trays and sill covers fitted

Pass 20 May 2015 107,248 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 May 2014 99,823 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 91,917 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 79,819 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2011 66,774 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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JU57 CJZ is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel 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 JU57 CJZ, 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 JU57 CJZ registered?

JU57 CJZ is a 2008 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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The MOT history for JU57 CJZ 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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