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AG58 LBV

2008 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

184,586 mi
Last recorded184,586 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG58 LBV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2022 184,586 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2021 174,974 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2020 167,790 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2019 159,243 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2018 149,446 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear diff leaking

Pass 11 Nov 2017 139,753 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2017 139,753 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Pass 2 Dec 2016 130,609 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 116,781 miles

n/s front tyre wearing low on outer edge

Pass 13 Jan 2015 100,603 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2013 86,910 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Jan 2013 75,203 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 63,403 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 62,123 miles

Nail in nearside rear 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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AG58 LBV is a 2008 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 LBV, 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.

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What year was AG58 LBV registered?

AG58 LBV is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 10 November 2008.

Is AG58 LBV safe to buy?

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