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EK58 ONP

2008 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2019
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

157,851 mi
Last recorded157,851 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK58 ONP
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 11 Oct 2018 157,851 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 143,352 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 132,988 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 130,610 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 126,807 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight cut in off side rear tyre side wall

offside rear tyre on legal limit

Pass 29 Nov 2013 121,442 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 116,937 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2011 11,062 miles

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

Offside 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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EK58 ONP is a 2008 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ONP, 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 EK58 ONP registered?

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

Is EK58 ONP safe to buy?

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