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C1 MBE

2008 BMW 525

Red Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2017
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

202,416 mi
Last recorded202,416 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2016
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC1 MBE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 12 Apr 2016 202,416 miles

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

Rear brake pads getting low

Pass 28 Apr 2015 177,860 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)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 151,928 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 127,784 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 101,447 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 75,245 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

How Reliable is the BMW 525?

Based on 724,963 MOT tests across 56,965 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
7,259
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
56,965
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,171
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,448
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,227
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,065
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 9,710
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C1 MBE is a 2008 BMW 525 in Red with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 98,883 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 525 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,171 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C1 MBE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 525 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 525 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C1 MBE registered?

C1 MBE is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is C1 MBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for C1 MBE shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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