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CU58 HXV

2008 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

92,841 mi
Last recorded92,841 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU58 HXV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 92,841 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both side (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2024 90,317 miles

Front Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view both sides (3.2 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 Dec 2023 87,896 miles

Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view both sides (3.2 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Dec 2023 87,896 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 Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Dec 2022 85,792 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2022 85,792 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2021 83,457 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2020 81,142 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 7 Dec 2019 79,277 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2018 75,934 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2017 71,512 miles

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

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

n/s/f tyre wearing outer edge

Fail 13 Dec 2017 71,498 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

n/s/f tyre wearing outer edge

Pass 19 Nov 2016 68,789 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edge and deflated (RF) (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edge and deflated (RF) (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2015 65,295 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all sub frame bushes (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 63,372 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)

Pass 16 Nov 2013 55,843 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 35,375 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 25,645 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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CU58 HXV is a 2008 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 CU58 HXV, 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 CU58 HXV registered?

CU58 HXV is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 11 December 2008.

Is CU58 HXV safe to buy?

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