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BJ58 PNV

2008 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2019
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

171,224 mi
Last recorded171,224 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 1 Nov 2018 171,224 miles

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

Nearside headlamp slightly insecure

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning on digital display on dash

engine breather pipe to induction pipe broken and repaired

Pass 31 Oct 2017 87,033 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 77,592 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 63,734 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 80,248 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 49,248 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Oct 2013 43,826 miles

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 24 Oct 2012 37,743 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 29,732 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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BJ58 PNV is a 2008 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 PNV, 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 PNV registered?

BJ58 PNV is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 30 October 2008.

Is BJ58 PNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ58 PNV shows 9 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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