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OV08 YXA

2008 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

138,532 mi
Last recorded138,532 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 YXA
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 10 Apr 2026 138,532 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 130,861 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2024 123,441 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 116,578 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 110,099 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2021 102,780 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2020 95,658 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 86,770 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 77,598 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 68,164 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 55,838 miles

Both rear tyres worn on inside edges

Tow ball not fitted at time of test

Pass 14 Apr 2015 45,813 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 41,033 miles

trigger point not met

Pass 7 May 2013 36,907 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 May 2012 30,070 miles

nearside front tyre heavily worn on outer edge recommend replacement

Pass 6 May 2011 21,333 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 YXA is a 2008 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YXA, 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 YXA registered?

OV08 YXA is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 21 May 2008.

Is OV08 YXA safe to buy?

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