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BJ58 PLX

2008 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2019
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

122,376 mi
Last recorded122,376 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ58 PLX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2018 122,376 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Oct 2018 122,376 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 5 May 2017 117,883 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 109,019 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 3 May 2016 109,012 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 May 2015 101,359 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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)

Fail 2 May 2015 101,359 miles

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)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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)

Fail 29 Oct 2014 97,510 miles

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)

Both front tyre's are cracking within the tread

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Dec 2013 92,138 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 86,267 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 81,306 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2011 81,306 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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 PLX is a 2008 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 BJ58 PLX, 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 PLX registered?

BJ58 PLX is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 22 December 2008.

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The MOT history for BJ58 PLX shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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