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BN58 DKD

2008 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

171,468 mi
Last recorded171,468 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2017
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN58 DKD
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2017 171,468 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 165,099 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 152,301 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' x2 chips (8.3.1a)

engine/underside covers

Fail 19 Nov 2015 152,301 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' x2 chips (8.3.1a)

engine/underside covers

Pass 18 Nov 2014 132,509 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 115,130 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 99,487 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2011 79,960 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 77,981 miles

nearside rear tyre worn to 2mm on the inner edge

offside front tyre worn to 2mm on the inner and outer edges

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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BN58 DKD is a 2008 BMW 520 in Blue 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 BN58 DKD, 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 BN58 DKD registered?

BN58 DKD is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 13 October 2008.

Is BN58 DKD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN58 DKD 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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