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LO08 YSV

2008 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

189,915 mi
Last recorded189,915 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO08 YSV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2023 189,915 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 172,782 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2021 157,334 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated starting to leak grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 7 Jan 2021 156,901 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated starting to leak grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2020 142,009 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jan 2020 142,007 miles

Nearside Front Suspension unit leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 126,434 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2018 108,915 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 91,688 miles

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)

Pass 15 Jan 2016 76,032 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Jan 2015 62,636 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 42,322 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jun 2013 39,448 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 33,562 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 33,562 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 27,242 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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LO08 YSV is a 2008 BMW 525 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LO08 YSV, 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.

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What year was LO08 YSV registered?

LO08 YSV is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 25 June 2008.

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The MOT history for LO08 YSV shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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