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KE08 BVS

2008 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

175,898 mi
Last recorded175,898 miles
Recorded on12 May 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE08 BVS
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2020 175,898 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 167,160 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 155,671 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 146,810 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 22 Jun 2016 136,288 miles

Engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 1 Jul 2015 204,755 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

o/s/f wheel bearing slightly rough

Fail 1 Jul 2015 204,755 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

o/s/f wheel bearing slightly rough

Pass 28 Jan 2014 119,588 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Feb 2013 112,792 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 104,898 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 5 Aug 2011 82,043 miles

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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KE08 BVS is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 KE08 BVS, 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 KE08 BVS registered?

KE08 BVS is a 2008 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 11 August 2008.

Is KE08 BVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE08 BVS shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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