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RE58 BUV

2008 BMW 525

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

84,594 mi
Last recorded84,594 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE58 BUV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2024 84,594 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 83,176 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 79,979 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2021 77,321 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 73,623 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 68,739 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2018 65,546 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2017 60,355 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 55,440 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 49,441 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 44,992 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2013 40,438 miles

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

Spare tyre defective

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Sep 2013 40,438 miles

Spare tyre defective

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Sep 2012 34,601 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 34,497 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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RE58 BUV is a 2008 BMW 525 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 RE58 BUV, 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 RE58 BUV registered?

RE58 BUV is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 7 October 2008.

Is RE58 BUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE58 BUV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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