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AE08 KEF

2008 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

167,587 mi
Last recorded167,587 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 KEF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2022 167,587 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2021 155,925 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 145,215 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 131,108 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 118,822 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 113,800 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 106,871 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2016 106,723 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 91,758 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 75,412 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Mar 2013 64,467 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 55,580 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jun 2011 42,514 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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AE08 KEF is a 2008 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AE08 KEF, 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

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What year was AE08 KEF registered?

AE08 KEF is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 4 July 2008.

Is AE08 KEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 KEF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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