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PX58 PZC

2008 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

162,182 mi
Last recorded162,182 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX58 PZC
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2025 162,182 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 154,235 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2024 153,834 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 140,428 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 164,900 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2021 163,922 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 115,810 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 101,863 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 93,293 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2017 93,293 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 84,007 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2016 84,007 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 75,041 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 75,041 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Front washers not working (8.2.3)

Tyre has ply or cords exposed Both front tyres have excessive cord exposed. (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Rear brake flexi hoses starting to perish (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 65,221 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)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2013 54,393 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 42,735 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 31 Aug 2011 32,682 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 32,682 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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PX58 PZC is a 2008 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PX58 PZC, 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

How do I check the history of PX58 PZC?

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What year was PX58 PZC registered?

PX58 PZC is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is PX58 PZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for PX58 PZC shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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