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GY58 XRV

2008 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

93,036 mi
Last recorded93,036 miles
Recorded on14 May 2014
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY58 XRV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2014 93,036 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 90,085 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 84,846 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 84,106 miles

front tyres wearing edges

Pass 14 Nov 2011 65,415 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2011 65,404 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of 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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GY58 XRV 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 83.3%.

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 GY58 XRV, 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 GY58 XRV?

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What year was GY58 XRV registered?

GY58 XRV is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 14 November 2008.

Is GY58 XRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY58 XRV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GY58 XRV have outstanding finance?

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