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DG58 MJU

2008 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

180,579 mi
Last recorded180,579 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG58 MJU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2022 180,579 miles

Nearside Front Fog lamp inoperative.

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2021 163,704 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 159,043 miles

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

Fail 30 Jul 2020 159,041 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel fractured inner edge (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jan 2019 149,802 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 141,279 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 130,449 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 112,705 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 100,406 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 89,288 miles

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

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 76,538 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 64,671 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)

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 MJU is a 2008 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 MJU, 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 MJU registered?

DG58 MJU is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 24 September 2008.

Is DG58 MJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG58 MJU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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