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AB08 OKK

2008 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

170,323 mi
Last recorded170,323 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 OKK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 24 Jan 2026 170,323 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 154,189 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 150,590 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 143,181 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 137,220 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 129,523 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 124,219 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 117,635 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 108,436 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 100,970 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 93,575 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 83,845 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 71,065 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 56,312 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 45,845 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 35,857 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)

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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AB08 OKK is a 2008 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 AB08 OKK, 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 AB08 OKK?

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What year was AB08 OKK registered?

AB08 OKK is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 6 June 2008.

Is AB08 OKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 OKK shows 16 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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