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B5 WJT

2008 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,190 mi
Last recorded54,190 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB5 WJT
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 16 Sep 2025 54,190 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2024 51,752 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 49,991 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 49,006 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 47,479 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 45,690 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 44,300 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 42,254 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 40,364 miles

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Sep 2016 39,396 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 38,804 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Sep 2014 37,706 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Sep 2013 32,294 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 27,090 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2011 19,790 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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B5 WJT is a 2008 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 B5 WJT, 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 B5 WJT?

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What year was B5 WJT registered?

B5 WJT is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is B5 WJT safe to buy?

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