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EX58 ETR

2008 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2025
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

185,345 mi
Last recorded185,345 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX58 ETR
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 1 Oct 2024 185,345 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2023 179,118 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 160,464 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 156,357 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2020 148,792 miles

Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2019 140,666 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 132,631 miles

Both rear tyres wearing on edges

Pass 23 Aug 2017 119,564 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 108,632 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 94,493 miles

no smoke

Pass 15 Aug 2014 81,075 miles

no smoke detected

Pass 15 Aug 2013 67,672 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Aug 2012 54,696 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 37,093 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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EX58 ETR is a 2008 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 EX58 ETR, 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 EX58 ETR?

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What year was EX58 ETR registered?

EX58 ETR is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 4 September 2008.

Is EX58 ETR safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX58 ETR shows 14 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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