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BJ58 KVB

2008 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

155,164 mi
Last recorded155,164 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ58 KVB
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2018 155,164 miles

Front Upper anti roll bar linkage slightly worn both sides

Fail 31 Aug 2018 155,164 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (wheel bolt) (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen both (3.5 (a))

Front Upper anti roll bar linkage slightly worn both sides

Pass 29 Jul 2017 144,118 miles

engine cover fitted

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Aug 2016 134,317 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 123,244 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 109,590 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 97,844 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 10 Nov 2012 84,619 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 72,074 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2011 72,074 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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BJ58 KVB 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 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 BJ58 KVB, 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 BJ58 KVB registered?

BJ58 KVB is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 17 October 2008.

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