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BK58 PYD

2008 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

155,210 mi
Last recorded155,210 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK58 PYD
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 155,210 miles

TPM ON

Pass 21 Nov 2024 150,883 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6MM (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Nov 2024 150,878 miles

Nearside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6MM (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Nov 2023 145,548 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 142,094 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 137,065 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front anti roll bar D-Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 132,076 miles

Brake pad warning lamp illuminated but pads are ok.

Protective covers underside not allowing full inspection of brake and fuel lines.

Fail 4 Nov 2020 132,075 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator brake warning lamp illuminated . (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Side repeater not working Both side repeaters not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Protective covers underside not allowing full inspection of brake and fuel lines.

Pass 22 Nov 2019 128,089 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2019 128,081 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2018 121,358 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2018 121,354 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2017 108,510 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 92,401 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 77,730 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 63,895 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nearside front fog light cover trim missing

Pass 22 Oct 2013 54,394 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2013 54,355 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Nov 2012 44,659 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 6 Nov 2012 44,599 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)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 34,145 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 PYD is a 2008 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 PYD, 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 PYD registered?

BK58 PYD is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 19 November 2008.

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