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BV08 BDF

2008 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2022
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

126,175 mi
Last recorded126,175 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV08 BDF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 12 Oct 2021 126,175 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 120,267 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 113,675 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 104,498 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 82,904 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 79,846 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 73,504 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 54,587 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2013 28,070 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 28,063 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2012 23,758 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 18,996 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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BV08 BDF is a 2008 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BV08 BDF, 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 BV08 BDF?

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What year was BV08 BDF registered?

BV08 BDF is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is BV08 BDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV08 BDF shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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