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KJ08 LNY

2008 BMW 5 Series

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

264,120 mi
Last recorded264,120 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ08 LNY
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2023 264,120 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 239,786 miles
Fail 14 May 2022 239,401 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 210,050 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 178,927 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 165,447 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 119,861 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 102,075 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 85,036 miles

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

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

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

Fail 22 Jul 2011 85,026 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

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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KJ08 LNY is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KJ08 LNY, 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

How do I check the history of KJ08 LNY?

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What year was KJ08 LNY registered?

KJ08 LNY is a 2008 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 22 July 2008.

Is KJ08 LNY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJ08 LNY shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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