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BF58 HVA

2008 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

170,373 mi
Last recorded170,373 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF58 HVA
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 170,373 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Location unknown (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2024 167,950 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 166,033 miles

corrosion and wear on both rear brake discs

handbrake efforts

Pass 6 Dec 2022 165,098 miles

corrosion and wear both rear brake discs

handbrake efforts

Pass 15 Dec 2021 163,042 miles

Both rear tyres only just legal and splitting Borderline

Corrosion on both rear brake discs

handbrake efforts

oil leak

Pass 28 Nov 2020 160,111 miles

condition both rear brake discs

exhaust front heat shield loose

uneven wear on both front and rear tyres

Pass 10 Dec 2019 155,064 miles

corrosion and wear on rear brake discs

slight oil leak on engine

Fail 10 Dec 2019 155,064 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

corrosion and wear on rear brake discs

slight oil leak on engine

Pass 7 Dec 2018 149,087 miles

condition of both rear brake discs

stone chip zone A of windscreen

Pass 18 Dec 2017 144,755 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 137,722 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 131,811 miles

advise front brake pads low

advise offside and near side rear tyre wear inner edge, step tread

Pass 5 Dec 2014 123,170 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 116,063 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2012 105,593 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

different tread pattern on front axle

different tread pattern on rear axle

Pass 14 Sep 2012 105,593 miles

different tread pattern on front axle

different tread pattern on rear axle

Pass 9 Sep 2011 80,952 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2011 80,952 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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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BF58 HVA is a 2008 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 BF58 HVA, 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 BF58 HVA registered?

BF58 HVA is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 6 October 2008.

Is BF58 HVA safe to buy?

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