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BG08 PCX

2008 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

230,307 mi
Last recorded230,307 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 PCX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025 230,307 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Undertray Fitted

Pass 21 Sep 2024 207,492 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Undertray Fitted

Pass 16 Sep 2023 298,516 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2022 262,546 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 227,300 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2021 227,299 miles

Fuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Sep 2020 191,631 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 107,643 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 164,686 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 93,413 miles

Oil leak ()

Vehicle fitted with under trays and engine covers

Pass 8 Sep 2016 188,755 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 6 Sep 2016 188,755 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 1 Aug 2015 163,066 miles

Near side rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Off side rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Aug 2014 135,128 miles

Off side front tyre wearing on inner edge

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 21 Aug 2014 135,128 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Off side front tyre wearing on inner edge

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 109,323 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 88,963 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 68,157 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 63,468 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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BG08 PCX is a 2008 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 BG08 PCX, 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 BG08 PCX registered?

BG08 PCX is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 2 June 2008.

Is BG08 PCX safe to buy?

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