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66 DLT

2008 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Dec 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

140,749 mi
Last recorded140,749 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration66 DLT
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 140,749 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Dec 2025 140,749 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

aux belt perished

Pass 19 Dec 2024 139,208 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Dec 2024 139,208 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 137,554 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Dec 2023 137,554 miles

Nearside Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 133,742 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2022 133,742 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 130,140 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 123,929 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 118,670 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 116,444 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 114,071 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 110,812 miles

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 3 Jun 2015 107,732 miles

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 17 Jun 2014 105,808 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 100,627 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 98,717 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 95,567 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 92,367 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2011 92,033 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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66 DLT is a 2008 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 66 DLT, 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.

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What year was 66 DLT registered?

66 DLT is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 8 February 2008.

Is 66 DLT safe to buy?

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