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LD08 AKV

2008 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2018
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

130,073 mi
Last recorded130,073 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2017
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD08 AKV
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 11 Oct 2017 130,073 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2016 108,591 miles

Nearside emissions to lean to record a reading

Pass 10 Sep 2015 94,011 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 86,231 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Mar 2013 79,525 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Feb 2012 70,899 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 54,137 miles

r/h front tyre wearing on outer edge

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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LD08 AKV is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LD08 AKV, 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 LD08 AKV?

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What year was LD08 AKV registered?

LD08 AKV is a 2008 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 16 March 2008.

Is LD08 AKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD08 AKV shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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