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EK58 GKC

2008 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

52,848 mi
Last recorded52,848 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK58 GKC
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 52,848 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2024 50,302 miles

Offside bonnet catch requires attention

Pass 5 Oct 2023 48,910 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 47,138 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 43,269 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 4 Oct 2021 43,269 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner side (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 40,381 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 37,752 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2019 37,751 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2018 36,164 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

front wiper blades slightly smearing

nearside rear tyre has nail(s)

Pass 30 Oct 2017 34,087 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 31,218 miles

Both front tyre wearing out from edge

Fail 21 Oct 2016 31,218 miles

Both front tyre wearing out from edge

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

Pass 22 Oct 2015 29,147 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside front tyre also wearing low from inner edge

Pass 23 Oct 2014 27,547 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 25,789 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 22,461 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2012 22,461 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Oct 2011 18,011 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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EK58 GKC is a 2008 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 EK58 GKC, 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

How do I check the history of EK58 GKC?

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What year was EK58 GKC registered?

EK58 GKC is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 10 November 2008.

Is EK58 GKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK58 GKC shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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