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CV58 XFH

2008 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2021
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

174,180 mi
Last recorded174,180 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV58 XFH
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2020 174,180 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 155,615 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 9 Apr 2018 148,893 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2018 148,893 miles

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 25 Mar 2017 139,029 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2017 139,029 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release reciever (5.2.5a)

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

Pass 10 Dec 2015 125,263 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2015 125,262 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 116,220 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2014 116,202 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 23 Oct 2013 105,414 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2013 105,414 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Oct 2012 94,301 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 24 Oct 2011 84,416 miles

Engine Oil Needs topping up

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

No Spare wheel available

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

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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CV58 XFH is a 2008 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CV58 XFH, 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 CV58 XFH registered?

CV58 XFH is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 1 October 2008.

Is CV58 XFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV58 XFH shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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