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B16 URJ

2008 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

143,116 mi
Last recorded143,116 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB16 URJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 143,116 miles

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

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 22 Feb 2025 133,422 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2024 125,530 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 123,614 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 117,058 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2020 110,348 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2020 110,348 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 100,318 miles

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

Fail 9 Jul 2019 100,318 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened Is Bent (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 91,852 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 87,071 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 8 Sep 2016 75,031 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 59,677 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn irregular? 3mm in places (4.1.E.1)

covers & under trays fitted

offside front jacking block missing

Pass 7 Dec 2013 39,531 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 30,635 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Dec 2012 30,635 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Dec 2011 24,992 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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B16 URJ is a 2008 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 B16 URJ, 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 B16 URJ registered?

B16 URJ is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 4 December 2008.

Is B16 URJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B16 URJ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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