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BMW 888V

2015 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,051 mi
Last recorded54,051 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2015 BMW 52071,270 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBMW 888V
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2015
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 20 Jul 2026 54,051 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Aug 2025 48,121 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 43,026 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 41,070 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 38,620 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 35,714 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 34,447 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 32,592 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 29,875 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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BMW 888V is a 2015 BMW 520 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2015 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 71,270 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 BMW 888V, 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 11 years old, this BMW 520 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BMW 888V?

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What year was BMW 888V registered?

BMW 888V is a 2015 BMW 520, first registered on 26 August 2015.

Is BMW 888V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BMW 888V shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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