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AO08 RUH

2008 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

207,337 mi
Last recorded207,337 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2015
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 RUH
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2015 207,337 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Mar 2014 162,918 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2013 117,471 miles

alloy wheels damaged

Fail 19 Mar 2013 117,466 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

alloy wheels damaged

n/s/r tyre on 2mm tread with nail in tread

Pass 26 Mar 2012 89,313 miles

exhaust minor corrosion

undertyrays fitted to vechicle

various minor marks and scratches vechicle and alloys

Pass 31 Mar 2011 71,213 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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AO08 RUH is a 2008 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AO08 RUH, 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 AO08 RUH registered?

AO08 RUH is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is AO08 RUH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO08 RUH shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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