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BK58 NHF

2008 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

131,120 mi
Last recorded131,120 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK58 NHF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 131,120 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2024 111,394 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2023 97,299 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 94,578 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 1 Dec 2022 94,578 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Dec 2021 91,029 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2021 91,029 miles

Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 89,312 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2019 87,235 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 82,564 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2018 82,564 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 79,850 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 76,691 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 73,496 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 69,011 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2014 69,011 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2013 62,476 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 55,305 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 47,504 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 46,846 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2011 46,845 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of 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 NHF is a 2008 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 NHF, 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 NHF?

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What year was BK58 NHF registered?

BK58 NHF is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 29 September 2008.

Is BK58 NHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK58 NHF shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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