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AG58 CZX

2008 BMW 520

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

183,459 mi
Last recorded183,459 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG58 CZX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 183,459 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 169,630 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 155,050 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 146,515 miles

Offside Wiper smearing windscreen

Fail 3 Oct 2022 146,515 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Wiper smearing windscreen

Pass 19 Oct 2021 140,012 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 15 Oct 2021 139,810 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 134,441 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2019 125,603 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 12 Oct 2018 113,294 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 102,109 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2017 102,109 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres worn thin on edges

Pass 30 Sep 2016 90,240 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 80,249 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 70,396 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 59,615 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2013 59,615 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 46,605 miles

emissions too clean to register.

Pass 14 Oct 2011 35,006 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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AG58 CZX is a 2008 BMW 520 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 AG58 CZX, 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 AG58 CZX?

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What year was AG58 CZX registered?

AG58 CZX is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 20 October 2008.

Is AG58 CZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AG58 CZX shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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