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BK58 FLP

2008 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

226,967 mi
Last recorded226,967 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK58 FLP
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 226,967 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2025 226,965 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Oct 2024 215,016 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2024 215,015 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Nov 2023 203,696 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 195,314 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2022 195,312 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 182,298 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2021 182,297 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2020 176,970 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2019 169,846 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 161,004 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

smoke meter reading too low to register

Pass 6 Nov 2017 149,169 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 6 Nov 2017 149,169 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)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Oct 2016 138,171 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 19 Oct 2016 138,171 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Oil leak ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Oct 2015 125,367 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 12 Oct 2015 125,367 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 109,782 miles

both front tyres scrubing off slightly on iner edge

Pass 23 Oct 2013 93,916 miles

o/s/r tyre scrubbed on inside

Fail 22 Oct 2013 93,916 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

o/s/r tyre scrubbed on inside

Pass 17 Oct 2012 76,742 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2012 76,740 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Oct 2011 64,353 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 62,431 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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BK58 FLP is a 2008 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 BK58 FLP, 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 BK58 FLP?

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What year was BK58 FLP registered?

BK58 FLP is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 6 October 2008.

Is BK58 FLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK58 FLP shows 25 tests with a 64% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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