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LE57 FUV

2008 BMW 5 Series

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

300,225 mi
Last recorded300,225 miles
Recorded on4 May 2017
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE57 FUV
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2017 300,225 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 166,049 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 149,531 miles

Front brake discs heavily worn

Limited reserve handbrake travel

Nearside rear 225/50 x 17 tyre worn close to limit

Pass 7 Apr 2014 127,501 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 109,048 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Mar 2013 109,048 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jan 2012 86,234 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2010 68,638 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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LE57 FUV is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LE57 FUV, 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 LE57 FUV?

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What year was LE57 FUV registered?

LE57 FUV is a 2008 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 1 February 2008.

Is LE57 FUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LE57 FUV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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