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AU08 LMM

2008 BMW 520

Bronze Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

96,950 mi
Last recorded96,950 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 LMM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2018 96,950 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 87,893 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 85,553 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 76,091 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 68,679 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 63,883 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)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 53,267 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 42,949 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Aug 2012 42,949 miles

Inner Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jul 2011 32,665 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 27,322 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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AU08 LMM is a 2008 BMW 520 in Bronze with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AU08 LMM, 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 AU08 LMM?

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What year was AU08 LMM registered?

AU08 LMM is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 4 March 2008.

Is AU08 LMM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 LMM shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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