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EA08 ULS

2008 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Dec 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

114,013 mi
Last recorded114,013 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA08 ULS
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2020 114,013 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 101,349 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine cover and undertray fitted

n/s/f fog lamp insecure - fallen inside bumper

oil leak - coming from behind undertray

rear differential damp

Pass 25 May 2018 87,632 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 23 May 2018 87,632 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 30 May 2017 79,218 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 70,658 miles

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear jacking point missing

Offside Rear seatbelt locking mechanism damaged

Pass 23 May 2015 62,237 miles
Fail 21 May 2015 62,237 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 49,190 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2014 49,179 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2013 33,775 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 30,147 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 25,168 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 21 Jun 2010 20,755 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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EA08 ULS is a 2008 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 EA08 ULS, 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 EA08 ULS registered?

EA08 ULS is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 23 May 2008.

Is EA08 ULS safe to buy?

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