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CA08 FYF

2008 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

99,636 mi
Last recorded99,636 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA08 FYF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2020 99,636 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all four (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both side (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jan 2019 93,952 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 87,356 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% Substitute lamp illuminated amber. (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 8 Jan 2018 87,356 miles

Nearside Outer Front position lamp(s) not working and inner (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 83,230 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2016 83,230 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 74,314 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 66,962 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 66,950 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2013 58,284 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 50,173 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 77,584 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 77,214 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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CA08 FYF is a 2008 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 CA08 FYF, 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 CA08 FYF registered?

CA08 FYF is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 19 May 2008.

Is CA08 FYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA08 FYF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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