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LE08 HXR

2008 BMW 5 Series

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

187,477 mi
Last recorded187,477 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE08 HXR
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2025 187,477 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 181,139 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 174,088 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 166,884 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 154,917 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2020 140,743 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 131,693 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 129,393 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 116,115 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 86,987 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 65,892 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 65,861 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 56,358 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 45,886 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 38,982 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Mar 2011 30,847 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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LE08 HXR is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 LE08 HXR, 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 LE08 HXR?

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What year was LE08 HXR registered?

LE08 HXR is a 2008 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 17 March 2008.

Is LE08 HXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LE08 HXR shows 16 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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