2008 BMW 520 2.0L Diesel · N15 RAA
2008 BMW 520 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 13 Dec 2008. Recorded mileage 161,656 miles. MOT expired on 19 Sept 2025.
- Make & Model
- BMW 520
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 19 Sept 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 161,656 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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N15 RAA Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/08/2024
- 161,656 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
N15 RAA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 BMW 520 (N15 RAA) between September 2022 and August 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
N15 RAA Mileage History
- 06/09/2022141,869 mi
- 05/09/2023152,317 mi+10,448 mi
- 28/08/2024161,656 mi+9,339 mi
Average of roughly 10,010 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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