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M18 RAC

2008 BMW 525

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

86,217 mi
Last recorded86,217 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM18 RAC
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 86,217 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2024 81,801 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 76,434 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 71,186 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 65,741 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 60,065 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 49,612 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 42,828 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 35,965 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2017 35,959 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

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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M18 RAC is a 2008 BMW 525 in White 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 M18 RAC, 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 M18 RAC registered?

M18 RAC is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 1 February 2008.

Is M18 RAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M18 RAC 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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