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BN58 LLT

2008 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

172,546 mi
Last recorded172,546 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN58 LLT
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2019 172,546 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 163,759 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 155,316 miles

o/s/f and o/s/r tyres wearing on inner sides

Fail 20 Nov 2017 155,316 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

o/s/f and o/s/r tyres wearing on inner sides

Pass 28 Nov 2016 147,079 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 137,509 miles

front and rear brake discs slightly worn

Fail 6 Dec 2014 127,369 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Dec 2014 127,369 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 117,551 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 106,615 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 92,266 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 87,360 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 87,360 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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BN58 LLT is a 2008 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LLT, 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 BN58 LLT?

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What year was BN58 LLT registered?

BN58 LLT is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 24 September 2008.

Is BN58 LLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN58 LLT shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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