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30 GLL

2008 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,961 mi
Last recorded85,961 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration30 GLL
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 24 Jul 2025 85,961 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 85,650 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 85,135 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 83,418 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 82,748 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 82,158 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 80,510 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 78,301 miles

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

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)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 75,808 miles

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

all four tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 15 Sep 2015 69,987 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 65,250 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 60,368 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 52,049 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 39,409 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 520?

Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
7,968
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
152,584
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47,121
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,647
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,724
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 15,884
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14,720
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30 GLL is a 2008 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 106,497 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 520 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47,121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 30 GLL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 520 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 520 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 30 GLL?

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What year was 30 GLL registered?

30 GLL is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 24 October 2008.

Is 30 GLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 30 GLL shows 14 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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