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BV58 VRM

2008 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

169,431 mi
Last recorded169,431 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV58 VRM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2024 169,431 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2023 163,377 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 152,877 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 142,310 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 136,678 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2018 131,400 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2017 123,533 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 2 Dec 2017 123,533 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Dec 2016 116,011 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 104,563 miles

very slight corrosion to brake discs front and rear

Pass 5 Dec 2014 96,504 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 85,700 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2013 85,700 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Dec 2012 67,791 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 50,078 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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BV58 VRM is a 2008 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BV58 VRM, 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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What year was BV58 VRM registered?

BV58 VRM is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 23 December 2008.

Is BV58 VRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV58 VRM shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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