The road tax status for SA08 AEJ is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for SA08 AEJ?

The MOT for SA08 AEJ is valid and due for renewal on or before 22 September 2023.

What is the recorded mileage of SA08 AEJ?

The recorded mileage for SA08 AEJ is 85,918 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is SA08 AEJ ULEZ compliant?

No, SA08 AEJ does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2008 BMW 520 2.0L Diesel · SA08 AEJ

SA08 AEJ

2008 BMW 520 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/03/2008. Recorded mileage 85,918 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: BMW 520
Year / Origin: 2008 · Glasgow
MOT Status: Valid until 22/09/2023
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 85,918 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 22/09/2023

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Mileage: 85,918 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2008
Engine: 1995cc

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SA08 AEJ Key Findings

16 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 24/09/2022
85,918 miles recorded at latest MOT
4 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring tyres items (8 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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SA08 AEJ Mileage History

11/03/201130,070 mi
11/03/201130,070 mi
07/03/201235,837 mi+5,767 mi
29/03/201341,129 mi+5,292 mi
14/03/201445,756 mi+4,627 mi
20/04/201553,121 mi+7,365 mi
29/03/201660,017 mi+6,896 mi
29/03/201660,017 mi
18/08/201766,694 mi+6,677 mi
18/08/201766,694 mi
25/08/201875,480 mi+8,786 mi
05/09/201980,170 mi+4,690 mi
05/09/201980,170 mi
10/08/202082,155 mi+1,985 mi
10/09/202183,156 mi+1,001 mi
24/09/202285,918 mi+2,762 mi

Average of roughly 4,839 miles per year across 16 recorded odometer readings.

SA08 AEJ MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 10 Sept 2026, 10:27

MOT Analysis

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16 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 BMW 520 (SA08 AEJ) between March 2011 and September 2022.

The record contains 12 passes and 4 failures.

The most recent test on 24 September 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (8 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 8 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.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)”; “Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)”.

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