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BN58 XJG

2008 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

152,626 mi
Last recorded152,626 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2016
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2016 152,626 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2016 152,626 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flex broken (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2016 140,084 miles

all brake pads getting low

handbrake near end of travel

parking brake only just met requirements

play in n/s track rod end

slight run out on front brakes

Pass 14 Apr 2015 110,991 miles

Hand operated control valve gate and/or locating mechanism slightly worn (3.2.1e)

Fail 14 Apr 2015 110,991 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Apr 2014 84,411 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Apr 2014 83,522 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Passenger's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2013 57,562 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nsr tyre worn low

Pass 12 Jan 2012 30,267 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 28,009 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 XJG is a 2008 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 XJG, 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 XJG?

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What year was BN58 XJG registered?

BN58 XJG is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is BN58 XJG safe to buy?

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