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BT08 OPY

2008 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

181,715 mi
Last recorded181,715 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT08 OPY
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2017 181,715 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 168,274 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 148,647 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2015 148,646 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jun 2014 124,681 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2014 124,681 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b) DANGEROUS

both front tyres worn outer edges .........

exhaust emissions too clean to register .......

Pass 3 Jul 2013 100,782 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 74,415 miles

Non run-flat tyres fitted to rear of vehicle

Pass 25 Jun 2011 58,171 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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BT08 OPY 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 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 BT08 OPY, 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.

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How do I check the history of BT08 OPY?

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What year was BT08 OPY registered?

BT08 OPY is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is BT08 OPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT08 OPY 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.

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