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CF08 FHS

2008 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

148,450 mi
Last recorded148,450 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF08 FHS
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2022 148,450 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 136,153 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 128,613 miles

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 122,240 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2019 122,240 miles

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 112,183 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2017 103,200 miles

Offside Rear Inner edge of tyre scrubbed slightly

advise oil leaking onto under trays, looks like its from sump area

Fail 1 Aug 2017 103,200 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Inner edge of tyre scrubbed slightly

advise oil leaking onto under trays, looks like its from sump area

Pass 28 Jul 2016 97,771 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 22 Aug 2015 92,211 miles

Nearside Rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of seat belt

Fail 22 Aug 2015 92,211 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of seat belt

Pass 20 Aug 2014 86,118 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 77,831 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside rear tyre worn low

offside front tyre worn on edges

Pass 19 Feb 2013 62,462 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Mar 2012 47,268 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 36,375 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 36,375 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)

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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CF08 FHS is a 2008 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 CF08 FHS, 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 CF08 FHS registered?

CF08 FHS is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 19 August 2008.

Is CF08 FHS safe to buy?

The MOT history for CF08 FHS shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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