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BN08 BYJ

2008 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

174,939 mi
Last recorded174,939 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 BYJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2020 174,939 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2020 174,915 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 170,039 miles

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

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

emissions too clean for test result

Pass 31 Jul 2018 163,870 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 27 Jul 2018 163,827 miles

Brake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 157,126 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 151,223 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

O/S/F Tyre is deteriorated on both shoulders

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil level is slightly low

Pass 18 Jul 2015 144,233 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2014 138,620 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2013 133,693 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 121,056 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 99,692 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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BN08 BYJ is a 2008 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BN08 BYJ, 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 BN08 BYJ registered?

BN08 BYJ is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 11 April 2008.

Is BN08 BYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN08 BYJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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