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KEZ 7436

2008 BMW 5 Series

Blue Diesel 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

96,318 mi
Last recorded96,318 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKEZ 7436
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 96,318 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2025 90,136 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Feb 2025 90,132 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 82,756 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 74,896 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 72,526 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 68,972 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 67,227 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 63,986 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 58,340 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 54,614 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2016 49,945 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 44,514 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 38,916 miles

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

both front tyres cracking

Pass 16 Aug 2013 32,502 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 25,664 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 18,332 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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KEZ 7436 is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 KEZ 7436, 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 KEZ 7436 registered?

KEZ 7436 is a 2008 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is KEZ 7436 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KEZ 7436 shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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