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DV08 HYL

2008 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

193,664 mi
Last recorded193,664 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV08 HYL
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2022 193,664 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 188,601 miles
Fail 30 May 2021 188,263 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 175,290 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2019 174,578 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 160,847 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2018 160,532 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 139,309 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 205,464 miles

Nearside Rear puncture repair & deep cuts evident in tire

Pass 19 May 2015 112,923 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 98,366 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres worn on inner edge(245/40r18 98y)

Fail 15 Apr 2013 93,282 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Apr 2013 93,282 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Apr 2012 77,762 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Mar 2011 57,585 miles

N/s/f tyre has inner edge wear and close to legal limit

Unable asses under bonnet and underside fully due to 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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DV08 HYL is a 2008 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DV08 HYL, 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 DV08 HYL registered?

DV08 HYL is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 15 April 2008.

Is DV08 HYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV08 HYL shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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