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DF08 WLX

2008 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2019
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

155,044 mi
Last recorded155,044 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF08 WLX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 5 Dec 2018 155,044 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2017 140,116 miles

Passenger Side and Driver Side Front Inner and Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit - 1.6mm

Passenger Side and Driver Side Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush

Under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 11 Dec 2015 115,125 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 95,969 miles

Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Dec 2013 84,174 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2012 77,965 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2011 50,911 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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DF08 WLX is a 2008 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 DF08 WLX, 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 DF08 WLX registered?

DF08 WLX is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is DF08 WLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF08 WLX shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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