The road tax status for RA08 EXL is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for RA08 EXL?

The MOT for RA08 EXL is valid and due for renewal on or before 7 September 2024.

What is the recorded mileage of RA08 EXL?

The recorded mileage for RA08 EXL is 280,971 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is RA08 EXL ULEZ compliant?

No, RA08 EXL does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Does RA08 EXL have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, RA08 EXL is recorded with an outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice under official DVSA records. Vehicle manufacturers are legally required to rectify safety recalls free of charge at any authorised franchised dealership.

Official DVLA Record

Outstanding Recall

2008 BMW 520 2.0L Diesel · RA08 EXL

RA08 EXL

2008 BMW 520 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 15/07/2008. Recorded mileage 280,971 miles. MOT status: Expired. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: BMW 520
Year / Origin: 2008 · Reading
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Valid until 07/09/2024
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 280,971 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

Action Required

Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 07/09/2024

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Mileage: 280,971 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2008
Engine: 1995cc

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RA08 EXL Key Findings

2 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 09/09/2023
280,971 miles recorded at latest MOT
3 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring windscreen items (2 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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RA08 EXL Mileage History

06/09/2022264,769 mi
09/09/2023280,971 mi+16,202 mi

Average of roughly 16,090 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.

RA08 EXL MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 23 Sept 2026, 08:45

MOT Analysis

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2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 BMW 520 (RA08 EXL) between September 2022 and September 2023.

The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Windscreen (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 4 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.

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