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LG08 MYL

2008 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

159,784 mi
Last recorded159,784 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG08 MYL
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2017 159,784 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 142,383 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 124,061 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 109,075 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

front tyres wearing uneven on inside edges

Pass 6 Mar 2013 90,759 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 10 Mar 2012 70,893 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2012 70,893 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2011 52,242 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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LG08 MYL is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc 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 LG08 MYL, 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 LG08 MYL?

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What year was LG08 MYL registered?

LG08 MYL is a 2008 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 10 March 2008.

Is LG08 MYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG08 MYL 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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