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DG58 MHZ

2008 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

184,870 mi
Last recorded184,870 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG58 MHZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2023 184,870 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 173,101 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2021 162,927 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2021 155,898 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 146,229 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 133,387 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 119,788 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 112,115 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2015 95,449 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

plastic sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection on both outer sill

Fail 3 Apr 2015 95,488 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Centre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

plastic sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection on both outer sill

Pass 25 Mar 2014 84,467 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 76,771 miles

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

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

plastic sill covers and full length under trays fitted

Pass 5 Oct 2011 66,326 miles

2 plastic sill covers fitted

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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DG58 MHZ is a 2008 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DG58 MHZ, 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 DG58 MHZ registered?

DG58 MHZ is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 2 October 2008.

Is DG58 MHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG58 MHZ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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