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AK58 EPV

2008 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

116,771 mi
Last recorded116,771 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK58 EPV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 116,771 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2025 115,053 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 112,646 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2024 112,646 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 111,205 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 109,475 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2022 109,475 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 108,076 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Aug 2020 107,487 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Aug 2019 104,989 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2019 104,979 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Aug 2018 100,483 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 97,318 miles

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 23 Aug 2016 92,168 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner and outer edges

Small cracks in both front tyre treads

Fail 23 Aug 2016 92,168 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Both front tyres worn on inner and outer edges

Small cracks in both front tyre treads

Pass 9 Sep 2015 87,371 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 83,231 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 76,354 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 63,366 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 49,627 miles

Nearside Front 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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AK58 EPV is a 2008 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 AK58 EPV, 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 AK58 EPV?

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What year was AK58 EPV registered?

AK58 EPV is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is AK58 EPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK58 EPV shows 20 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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