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CP58 DYH

2008 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2025
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

109,322 mi
Last recorded109,322 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP58 DYH
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 24 Jul 2024 109,322 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2023 103,555 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 94,673 miles

Engine covers and Undertrays fitted

Pass 4 Sep 2019 88,105 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside wiper arm linkage worn (strong advise)

both front tyres wearing slightly on inner edges

Pass 6 Sep 2018 80,091 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 71,790 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 64,846 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 56,359 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Nov 2013 45,668 miles

offside front,nearside front and nearside rear tyre outer walls has cuts not deep enough to reach the cord

Pass 14 Nov 2012 42,667 miles

offside front tyre outer wall deteriorated

Pass 3 Nov 2011 38,449 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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CP58 DYH is a 2008 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CP58 DYH, 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 CP58 DYH registered?

CP58 DYH is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 11 November 2008.

Is CP58 DYH safe to buy?

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