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KF57 KAT

2008 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

168,720 mi
Last recorded168,720 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF57 KAT
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 168,720 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 17 May 2026 168,661 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 May 2025 161,283 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))

under try fitted

Pass 21 May 2024 158,711 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2023 156,776 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2021 144,348 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2021 144,346 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

oil leak

Pass 14 Jan 2020 130,222 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 120,780 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 9 Oct 2018 120,780 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Oct 2017 109,285 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 106,519 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 23% offside weaker than nearside (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 97,446 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2015 97,446 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle offside weak - 35% imbal (3.7.B.5b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 13 Nov 2014 83,622 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake reaction bushes soft

Fail 13 Nov 2014 83,622 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake reaction bushes soft

Pass 16 Oct 2013 64,011 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2013 64,011 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

n/s/r tyre on limits

Pass 29 Oct 2012 44,926 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 35,219 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 32,978 miles

Both rear tyres starting too wear on inner edges

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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KF57 KAT is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 KF57 KAT, 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 KF57 KAT registered?

KF57 KAT is a 2008 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 7 March 2008.

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