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CY58 AHG

2008 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

76,009 mi
Last recorded76,009 miles
Recorded on11 May 2013
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY58 AHG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 11 May 2013 76,009 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 May 2013 76,009 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 70,457 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 70,455 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 60,019 miles

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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CY58 AHG is a 2008 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 CY58 AHG, 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

How do I check the history of CY58 AHG?

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What year was CY58 AHG registered?

CY58 AHG is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 5 November 2008.

Is CY58 AHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for CY58 AHG shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CY58 AHG have outstanding finance?

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