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CK58 AXS

2008 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

189,858 mi
Last recorded189,858 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK58 AXS
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2024 189,858 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides tyres start to perish (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing low, on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 181,294 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 172,849 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides on limit at time of test (5.2.3 (e))

Underneath trays fitted at time of test

Pass 16 Nov 2021 161,180 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 16 Nov 2021 161,180 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 154,803 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 150,344 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2018 141,755 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2018 141,741 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 131,485 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

To clean for smoke test

Pass 9 Sep 2016 118,312 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 4 Sep 2015 105,105 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 89,719 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Sep 2013 74,121 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2013 74,121 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Oct 2012 58,681 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 44,998 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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CK58 AXS 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 82.4%.

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 CK58 AXS, 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 CK58 AXS registered?

CK58 AXS is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 24 October 2008.

Is CK58 AXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for CK58 AXS shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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