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BF08 JYV

2008 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

145,931 mi
Last recorded145,931 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 JYV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2018 145,931 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement o/s n/s (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' hair line crack in corner but not in vision area (8.3.1d)

o/s/f bumper damage

Fail 28 Mar 2018 145,931 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid o/s n/s (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure arm broken (8.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick o/s n/s (3.5.1g)

Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement o/s n/s (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' hair line crack in corner but not in vision area (8.3.1d)

o/s/f bumper damage

Pass 13 Jul 2016 115,052 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 13 Jul 2016 115,052 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2015 99,361 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 83,409 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 71,574 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2012 55,794 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 41,246 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 40,907 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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BF08 JYV is a 2008 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 BF08 JYV, 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 BF08 JYV?

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What year was BF08 JYV registered?

BF08 JYV is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 10 March 2008.

Is BF08 JYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF08 JYV shows 10 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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