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BK58 HYO

2008 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

166,605 mi
Last recorded166,605 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2025 166,605 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2024 152,722 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 138,574 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 125,810 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 104,136 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 86,032 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 80,677 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))

Pass 8 Mar 2018 73,524 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 68,054 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring components.

Fail 10 Mar 2017 68,054 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

engine covers and under trays obscuring components.

Pass 1 Mar 2016 61,307 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

undertray sill covers

Pass 6 Mar 2015 48,961 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Mar 2014 45,224 miles

both rear tyres wearing on inside edge and getting low on tread too

offside front tyre has cracks and splits in tread

Pass 19 Sep 2012 37,857 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 32,818 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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BK58 HYO 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 93.3%.

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 HYO, 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 HYO registered?

BK58 HYO is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is BK58 HYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK58 HYO shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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