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AJ58 HBH

2008 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

205,623 mi
Last recorded205,623 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ58 HBH
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2018 205,623 miles

under tray fitted

Fail 22 Mar 2018 205,621 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

under tray fitted

Pass 3 Feb 2017 181,089 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 152,608 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 123,830 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2014 111,452 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 99,880 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 86,212 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 77,779 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2011 77,778 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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AJ58 HBH is a 2008 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AJ58 HBH, 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 AJ58 HBH registered?

AJ58 HBH is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 23 September 2008.

Is AJ58 HBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ58 HBH shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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