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HV58 WXX

2008 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

119,939 mi
Last recorded119,939 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV58 WXX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2019 119,939 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 19 Nov 2019 119,916 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2018 112,110 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2017 102,546 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 87,928 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front tyre valve perished.

Nearside Front tyre wearing uneven and low inner edge

Offside Front tyre wearing uneven, low outer edge, tread cracking

Fail 22 Dec 2015 87,928 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front tyre valve perished.

Nearside Front tyre wearing uneven and low inner edge

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front tyre wearing uneven, low outer edge, tread cracking

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Dec 2014 79,216 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

deterioration both number plates.

small stone chips front windscreen.

stone cuts tyre treads.

Pass 30 Dec 2013 69,633 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

deterioration rear number plate.

small stone chips front windscreen.

Pass 18 Dec 2012 58,466 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

small stone chips front windscreen.

Pass 9 Jan 2012 45,139 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 45,107 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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HV58 WXX is a 2008 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 HV58 WXX, 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 HV58 WXX registered?

HV58 WXX is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is HV58 WXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV58 WXX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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