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BU08 NJK

2008 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

142,354 mi
Last recorded142,354 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 NJK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2021 142,354 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2021 142,354 miles

Central Prop shaft bearing housing likely to fail (6.1.7 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jan 2020 135,518 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 129,899 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

PLASTIC COVERS FITTED UNDER VEHICLE RESTRICTING FULL INSPECTION

Pass 10 Jan 2018 124,911 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush FRONT BUSH (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush FRONT BUSH (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2016 115,203 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement forward mounting bush become un-bonded in places (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement forward main mounting bush become un-bonded in places (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 2.5mm and tread worn low/smooth on inner edge area (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside front and offside front brake discs inner braking surfaces thickness (3.5.1i)

Fail 16 Dec 2016 115,176 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed tyre tread cut on inner edge area and tyre worn below 1.6mm limit (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement forward mounting bush become un-bonded in places (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement forward main mounting bush become un-bonded in places (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 2.5mm and tread worn low/smooth on inner edge area (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside front and offside front brake discs inner braking surfaces thickness (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 101,899 miles

Offside Front Superficial cracks in inner side wall

Pass 8 Jan 2016 101,899 miles

Offside Front Superficial cracks in inner side wall of tyre

Fail 14 Jan 2015 81,425 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jan 2015 81,425 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 May 2014 72,170 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2013 61,157 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 45,434 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 34,825 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 34,781 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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BU08 NJK is a 2008 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BU08 NJK, 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 BU08 NJK registered?

BU08 NJK is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 15 March 2008.

Is BU08 NJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU08 NJK shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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