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DN08 XBF

2008 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2020
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

110,324 mi
Last recorded110,324 miles
Recorded on14 May 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN08 XBF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 14 May 2019 110,324 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 102,024 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 91,679 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2016 81,754 miles

engine oil leak

Pass 20 Apr 2015 69,214 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 56,297 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 42,516 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 30,029 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 25,900 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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DN08 XBF is a 2008 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 DN08 XBF, 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 DN08 XBF registered?

DN08 XBF is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 19 June 2008.

Is DN08 XBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN08 XBF shows 9 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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