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EJ58 RKZ

2008 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2018
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

188,878 mi
Last recorded188,878 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2017
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ58 RKZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 12 Jan 2017 188,878 miles

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jan 2016 173,323 miles

rear brake pads low

Pass 2 Dec 2014 145,946 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 119,281 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 92,744 miles

nearside and offside rear tyre low

Pass 22 Dec 2011 64,833 miles

nearside and offside rear tyres becoing low

nearside front tyre worn on inner and outer edge and slightly out of shape

offside front tyre worn on outer edge and slightly out of shape

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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EJ58 RKZ is a 2008 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel 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 EJ58 RKZ, 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 EJ58 RKZ registered?

EJ58 RKZ is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 17 December 2008.

Is EJ58 RKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ58 RKZ 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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