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AD58 VMH

2008 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

164,633 mi
Last recorded164,633 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD58 VMH
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2021 164,633 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 161,555 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2020 161,555 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 159,713 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 156,052 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 153,050 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 148,808 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2015 145,208 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 145,208 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 138,711 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

offside rear tyre badly worn inner edge

Pass 10 Oct 2013 125,725 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Oct 2012 113,575 miles

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 23 Sep 2011 93,957 miles

Offside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

screw in osr tyre

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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AD58 VMH is a 2008 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AD58 VMH, 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 AD58 VMH?

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What year was AD58 VMH registered?

AD58 VMH is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 13 October 2008.

Is AD58 VMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD58 VMH shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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