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DV08 MYU

2008 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

172,699 mi
Last recorded172,699 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV08 MYU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2018 172,699 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Park brake effort only just met, it would appear the brake system requires maintenance.

Fail 24 Oct 2018 172,699 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Park brake effort only just met, it would appear the brake system requires maintenance.

Pass 12 Jun 2017 144,878 miles

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

both front wiper blades wearing

Pass 15 Jun 2016 126,113 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2016 126,113 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 108,566 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 90,845 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jun 2013 70,221 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 50,392 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 32,645 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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DV08 MYU is a 2008 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DV08 MYU, 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 DV08 MYU registered?

DV08 MYU is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is DV08 MYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV08 MYU shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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