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BX58 ZCV

2008 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

212,234 mi
Last recorded212,234 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX58 ZCV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 212,234 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 27 Nov 2024 203,409 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 21 Oct 2024 202,838 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2023 190,753 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 178,597 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexie (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 10 Oct 2022 178,556 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexie (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2021 168,689 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2021 168,689 miles

Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 164,160 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 156,219 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 150,166 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 137,961 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2016 133,117 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2015 123,545 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 114,833 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 105,206 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 84,463 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 61,317 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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BX58 ZCV is a 2008 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BX58 ZCV, 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 BX58 ZCV registered?

BX58 ZCV is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 1 November 2008.

Is BX58 ZCV safe to buy?

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