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BJ58 LGL

2008 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

194,620 mi
Last recorded194,620 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ58 LGL
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 13 Sep 2025 194,620 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 190,281 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 184,223 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 176,709 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 171,131 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 168,410 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 165,668 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 160,459 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 155,047 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 145,555 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 137,013 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 130,757 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 125,699 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 117,693 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Oct 2011 90,065 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)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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 LGL is a 2008 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LGL, 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 BJ58 LGL?

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What year was BJ58 LGL registered?

BJ58 LGL is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 7 November 2008.

Is BJ58 LGL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ58 LGL shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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