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CE08 HYP

2008 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

118,521 mi
Last recorded118,521 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE08 HYP
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2020 118,521 miles

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

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

under trays fitted

Pass 5 Dec 2019 112,838 miles

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

full under trays fitted

Fail 5 Dec 2019 112,838 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

full under trays fitted

Pass 16 Nov 2018 105,248 miles

Diff has a slight oil leak

Under tray fitted

Pass 21 Nov 2017 94,415 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 87,138 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 85,395 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2015 83,173 miles

Diesel test passed tigger point not met.

Pass 21 Jan 2014 78,648 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 8 Jan 2014 77,345 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Jan 2013 66,418 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2013 66,418 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 53,422 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 46,329 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 HYP is a 2008 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 HYP, 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 CE08 HYP registered?

CE08 HYP is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is CE08 HYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE08 HYP shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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