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DY08 KLM

2008 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

69,960 mi
Last recorded69,960 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2014
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY08 KLM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2014 69,960 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2014 69,955 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 69,272 miles

N/s/f tyre wearing on inside edge

No smoke flow on emissions

O/s/f tyre wearing on inside edge

Pass 12 Jun 2013 58,270 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 47,545 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jun 2011 37,777 miles

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

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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DY08 KLM is a 2008 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 DY08 KLM, 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 DY08 KLM registered?

DY08 KLM is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 18 March 2008.

Is DY08 KLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY08 KLM shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DY08 KLM have outstanding finance?

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