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LK58 OBG

2008 BMW 5 Series

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

130,354 mi
Last recorded130,354 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 5 Series106,702 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK58 OBG
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2025 130,354 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 127,537 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2024 127,526 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Dec 2023 124,866 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 119,585 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2021 116,195 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Nov 2021 116,191 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam flashing on and off (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2020 111,085 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 95,013 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 94,718 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin INNER PADS (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 91,068 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 86,967 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2017 86,967 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2016 83,849 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 79,875 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 27 Sep 2014 76,129 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 65,876 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 53,028 miles

Both rear tyres have cuts in sidewalls

OSR tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 22 Aug 2011 39,640 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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LK58 OBG is a 2008 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 LK58 OBG, 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 LK58 OBG?

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What year was LK58 OBG registered?

LK58 OBG is a 2008 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 18 September 2008.

Is LK58 OBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK58 OBG shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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