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BK58 ZWT

2008 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

135,041 mi
Last recorded135,041 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2016
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK58 ZWT
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2016 135,041 miles

Front number plate damaged

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 20 Nov 2015 122,548 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2015 122,548 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 107,450 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Oct 2013 96,573 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 84,534 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 84,170 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 ZWT is a 2008 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 ZWT, 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 ZWT?

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What year was BK58 ZWT registered?

BK58 ZWT is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 1 November 2008.

Is BK58 ZWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK58 ZWT shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BK58 ZWT have outstanding finance?

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