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DN08 ZCV

2008 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

127,586 mi
Last recorded127,586 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2018 127,586 miles

emissions only just meet new criteria of 20th may 2018 onwards

Pass 7 Jul 2017 120,797 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 116,202 miles

Centre Front Lower Oil leak above underfloor cover ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

underfloor and engine covers fitted obscuring some components from inspection

Pass 4 Jun 2015 111,096 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear 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 Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 11 Jun 2014 106,658 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jun 2013 97,929 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 79,902 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2012 79,902 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 69,051 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 ZCV 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 88.9%.

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 ZCV, 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.

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What year was DN08 ZCV registered?

DN08 ZCV is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 5 June 2008.

Is DN08 ZCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN08 ZCV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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