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LD08 BZR

2008 BMW 5 Series

Bronze Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

103,804 mi
Last recorded103,804 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD08 BZR
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2022 103,804 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 95,892 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 93,028 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 88,267 miles
Fail 2 May 2019 88,267 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2018 84,533 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 84,533 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 May 2017 80,877 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 75,289 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 75,287 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2015 69,131 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Mar 2014 63,017 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 56,391 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2013 56,391 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Mar 2012 45,755 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2011 34,386 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 BZR is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Bronze with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LD08 BZR, 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 LD08 BZR registered?

LD08 BZR is a 2008 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 11 April 2008.

Is LD08 BZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD08 BZR shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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