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CE08 AYS

2008 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

170,218 mi
Last recorded170,218 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE08 AYS
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2018 170,218 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2018 170,218 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 134,609 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 134,609 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 129,371 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 124,221 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 115,341 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 111,616 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 2 Mar 2012 105,971 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 102,473 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

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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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CE08 AYS is a 2008 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CE08 AYS, 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 CE08 AYS?

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What year was CE08 AYS registered?

CE08 AYS is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is CE08 AYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE08 AYS shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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