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DX08 XFK

2008 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

95,255 mi
Last recorded95,255 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2016
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX08 XFK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2016 95,255 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all 4 (4.1.E.1)

Fail 31 Mar 2016 95,255 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all 4 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 86,304 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Feb 2014 73,701 miles

Exhaust,rear silencer bracket is cracking on its weld.It is secure at the moment.It can't fall off if the weld completly fails.

Fail 20 Feb 2014 73,701 miles

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)

Exhaust,rear silencer bracket is cracking on its weld.It is secure at the moment.It can't fall off if the weld completly fails.

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 62,159 miles

Brass nail/ tack in Nearside Rear tyre tread

Offside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 8 Mar 2013 62,119 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Brass nail/ tack in Nearside Rear tyre tread

Offside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 50,405 miles

Front tyres, low on edges. Rear tyres, getting low. Wiper blades, poor wipe.Wiper arms, not fitted correctly.

Pass 11 Mar 2011 38,835 miles

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

O/S/R outter side light not working

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 11 Mar 2011 38,835 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

O/S/R outter side light not working

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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DX08 XFK is a 2008 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 DX08 XFK, 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 DX08 XFK registered?

DX08 XFK is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 15 March 2008.

Is DX08 XFK safe to buy?

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