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BK58 XKG

2008 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

127,093 mi
Last recorded127,093 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK58 XKG
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 127,093 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

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

Pass 27 Jun 2025 116,108 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Jun 2025 116,093 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 107,068 miles
Fail 31 May 2024 106,942 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2023 93,222 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 84,489 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 76,990 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 73,495 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 71,023 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp affected by indicator (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 11 May 2018 66,914 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 61,959 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 57,995 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 54,265 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 45,335 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 42,747 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 36,292 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 28,546 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 XKG is a 2008 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 XKG, 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 XKG registered?

BK58 XKG is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 27 October 2008.

Is BK58 XKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK58 XKG shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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