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BN08 OVK

2008 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

165,503 mi
Last recorded165,503 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2019 165,503 miles

Nearside Front Inner 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))

Pass 21 Mar 2017 138,735 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 25 Feb 2016 120,671 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 114,920 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 110,724 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 104,232 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2013 104,232 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 94,530 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

floor covers

Pass 11 Mar 2011 72,781 miles

o/s/f door mirror glass cracked

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 OVK is a 2008 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 BN08 OVK, 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 OVK registered?

BN08 OVK is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is BN08 OVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN08 OVK shows 9 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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