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FP08 YXG

2008 BMW 525

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2013
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

107,219 mi
Last recorded107,219 miles
Recorded on11 May 2012
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 YXG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 11 May 2012 107,219 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 May 2012 107,219 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 85,989 miles

o/s/f lower arch liner adrift/damaged

Fail 17 May 2011 85,989 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

o/s/f lower arch liner adrift/damaged

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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FP08 YXG is a 2008 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 FP08 YXG, 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 FP08 YXG?

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What year was FP08 YXG registered?

FP08 YXG is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 3 June 2008.

Is FP08 YXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP08 YXG shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FP08 YXG have outstanding finance?

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