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DX58 UBO

2008 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

169,594 mi
Last recorded169,594 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX58 UBO
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2020 169,594 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 151,448 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Feb 2019 151,448 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 144,080 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi starting to blow (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Jan 2017 134,420 miles

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

o/s n/s/f tyre edges low

Pass 18 Dec 2015 118,043 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2015 118,043 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Dec 2014 107,826 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 96,966 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2013 96,966 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2012 82,217 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 74,756 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2011 74,756 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Both front tyres are worn unevenly

Front brake pads are worn low

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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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DX58 UBO is a 2008 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 DX58 UBO, 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 DX58 UBO registered?

DX58 UBO is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 17 October 2008.

Is DX58 UBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX58 UBO shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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