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AE08 TMK

2008 BMW 520

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

191,336 mi
Last recorded191,336 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 TMK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2019 191,336 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2017 186,743 miles

Nearside Front cant test seat belt as seat occupied by boxes

Nearside Front tyre perished

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Rear cant test seat belts as seat occupied by boxes

Pass 30 Nov 2016 179,909 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit And offside (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Nov 2015 169,589 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 144,087 miles

Nearside Rear Air suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Air suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Fail 7 Jul 2014 144,087 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Air suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Air suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 121,187 miles

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

Nearside rear indicator intermittently flashing at incorrect flash rate

Pass 3 Aug 2012 97,259 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2012 97,259 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 67,431 miles

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

Fail 15 Aug 2011 67,431 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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 TMK is a 2008 BMW 520 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 AE08 TMK, 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 TMK registered?

AE08 TMK is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 28 August 2008.

Is AE08 TMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 TMK shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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