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AF58 PNN

2008 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

196,240 mi
Last recorded196,240 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2016
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF58 PNN
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2016 196,240 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 164,310 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges.

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

Pass 20 Aug 2014 142,841 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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)

Fail 15 Aug 2013 114,056 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

nearside adaptive head lamp not functioning

Pass 15 Aug 2013 114,056 miles

nearside adaptive head lamp not functioning

Pass 3 Sep 2012 82,212 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 18 Aug 2011 66,907 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 15 Aug 2011 66,907 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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AF58 PNN is a 2008 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AF58 PNN, 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 AF58 PNN registered?

AF58 PNN is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is AF58 PNN safe to buy?

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