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BNZ 5741

2008 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

247,575 mi
Last recorded247,575 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNZ 5741
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 25 Jan 2019 247,575 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2018 226,557 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 220,645 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 21,539 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 199,694 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2014 199,694 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Dec 2013 190,758 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 170,103 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 121,625 miles

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

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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BNZ 5741 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 77.8%.

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 BNZ 5741, 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 BNZ 5741?

You can check the full history of BNZ 5741 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BNZ 5741 registered?

BNZ 5741 is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 23 December 2008.

Is BNZ 5741 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNZ 5741 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BNZ 5741 have outstanding finance?

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