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BK58 XLB

2008 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

157,260 mi
Last recorded157,260 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2022 157,260 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2021 153,177 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2020 150,250 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 144,982 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 139,874 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Fail 3 Jan 2018 139,874 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)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 10 Jan 2017 133,940 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 120,862 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2015 111,108 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Jan 2014 101,815 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Jan 2014 101,815 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 98,559 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 75,475 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 48,402 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2011 48,402 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 XLB 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 80%.

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 XLB, 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 XLB registered?

BK58 XLB is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 15 October 2008.

Is BK58 XLB safe to buy?

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