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BK58 FNU

2008 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

182,576 mi
Last recorded182,576 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2023 182,576 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 167,424 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 161,441 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 155,495 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 149,607 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 139,602 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 11 Sep 2018 139,602 miles

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2017 130,118 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 117,413 miles

Front tyres worn and stepping on inside edge

Fail 16 Jul 2016 117,398 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front tyres worn and stepping on inside edge

Pass 13 Jul 2015 102,047 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jul 2014 83,264 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 25 Jul 2013 61,092 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Sep 2012 53,519 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 45,146 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2011 45,146 miles

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

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

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 FNU is a 2008 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 BK58 FNU, 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 BK58 FNU registered?

BK58 FNU is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 13 October 2008.

Is BK58 FNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK58 FNU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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