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CV08 DZS

2008 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

168,634 mi
Last recorded168,634 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV08 DZS
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 168,634 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2024 153,141 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2023 142,543 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2022 131,012 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Dec 2021 119,567 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s & n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under trays fitted.

Fail 21 Dec 2021 119,419 miles

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

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s & n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under trays fitted.

Pass 4 Jan 2021 110,603 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rears (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

oil leaks under engine

Pass 10 Jan 2020 103,002 miles

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

covers and trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 10 Dec 2018 93,075 miles

covers and trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 3 Jan 2018 85,872 miles

covers and trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 9 Jan 2017 80,692 miles

Nearside Rear tyre getting close to wear limit

covers and trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 9 Jan 2017 80,692 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear tyre getting close to wear limit

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

covers and trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 22 Feb 2016 76,593 miles

Emissions not Detected

Pass 27 Mar 2015 67,107 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Apr 2014 53,103 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Apr 2013 44,380 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Apr 2012 37,327 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2011 25,935 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 25,935 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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CV08 DZS is a 2008 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 CV08 DZS, 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 CV08 DZS registered?

CV08 DZS is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is CV08 DZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV08 DZS shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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