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GU58 AUF

2008 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

99,089 mi
Last recorded99,089 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU58 AUF
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2019 99,089 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 92,534 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 89,035 miles

both front tyres perished with in tread

Pass 21 Jul 2016 87,484 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 85,141 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 78,522 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 68,780 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 62,239 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 47,095 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 16 Aug 2011 47,095 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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GU58 AUF is a 2008 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GU58 AUF, 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 GU58 AUF registered?

GU58 AUF is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is GU58 AUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU58 AUF shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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