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RE08 XTS

2008 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

233,641 mi
Last recorded233,641 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 XTS
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2021 233,641 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 17% (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2020 225,659 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 210,800 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 201,692 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 194,551 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 183,911 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2016 183,911 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2015
Pass 1 May 2014 163,573 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2013 150,524 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Apr 2012 130,170 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 122,007 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.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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RE08 XTS is a 2008 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 RE08 XTS, 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.

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What year was RE08 XTS registered?

RE08 XTS is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is RE08 XTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE08 XTS shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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