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RE08 RYX

2008 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

97,418 mi
Last recorded97,418 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2016
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 RYX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2016 97,418 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 97,417 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 85,434 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jun 2014 76,507 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 70,400 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2013 70,400 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 64,808 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 59,055 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 59,053 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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RE08 RYX is a 2008 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RE08 RYX, 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 RE08 RYX registered?

RE08 RYX is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 28 April 2008.

Is RE08 RYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE08 RYX shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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