MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
156,505 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush reaction arm (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush arm front bush debonding (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush reaction arm (2.4.G.2)
Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush arm front bush debonding (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush reaction arm (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush arm front bush debonding (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush reaction arm (2.4.G.2)
Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush arm front bush debonding (2.4.G.2)
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
emissions too clean too detect throttle
n/s/r tyre worn clsoe to2mm wear bars
o/s/r tyre worn close to 2mm wear bars
Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
emissions too clean too detect throttle
n/s/r tyre worn clsoe to2mm wear bars
o/s/r tyre worn close to 2mm wear bars
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
dent damage on boot lid
emissions too clean to register
Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
dent damage on boot lid
emissions too clean to register
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
emissions too clean to register
o/s/f/ tyre distorted on inner edge
Centre Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
front and rear discs lipped but pads ok
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS
Centre Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
front and rear discs lipped but pads ok
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
n/s front tyre worn on inner/outer edges
How Reliable is the BMW 520?
Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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BG08 PDO is a 2008 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 PDO, 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.
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What year was BG08 PDO registered?
BG08 PDO is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 20 May 2008.
Is BG08 PDO safe to buy?
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