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CE58 VUU

2008 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

174,445 mi
Last recorded174,445 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE58 VUU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 174,445 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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))

Pass 3 Jun 2025 170,534 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2024 164,541 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 157,957 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 150,303 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2021 232,954 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2020 135,823 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 132,904 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2017 119,650 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2017 119,650 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 104,895 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 92,830 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2014 82,575 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)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2013 73,183 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 61,632 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2012 61,632 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 47,886 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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CE58 VUU is a 2008 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 CE58 VUU, 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 CE58 VUU?

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What year was CE58 VUU registered?

CE58 VUU is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 7 October 2008.

Is CE58 VUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE58 VUU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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