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OV08 RTU

2008 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

74,679 mi
Last recorded74,679 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 RTU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 74,679 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 72,488 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 69,242 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 67,223 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 64,081 miles

Brake pads wear indicator on dash (pads appear to be ok)

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources BOTH (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 63,235 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 59,287 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 55,739 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2018 55,739 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Apr 2017 51,298 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 46,791 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 44,146 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 37,193 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 31,690 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 28,077 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 23,559 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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OV08 RTU is a 2008 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 OV08 RTU, 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 OV08 RTU registered?

OV08 RTU is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 2 May 2008.

Is OV08 RTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV08 RTU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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