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RE58 HXV

2008 BMW 525

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

98,095 mi
Last recorded98,095 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2016
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE58 HXV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2016 98,095 miles

All tyres close to legal limit of 1.6 mm

Covers fitted

Pass 18 Sep 2015 89,230 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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 76,331 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

damage wheel rims.

deterioration front windscreen.

stone chips front windscreen.

Pass 20 Sep 2013 54,314 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

damage wheel rims.

small stone chips front windscreen.

Pass 24 Sep 2012 29,312 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2011 16,288 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2011 16,288 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 HXV is a 2008 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RE58 HXV, 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 RE58 HXV?

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What year was RE58 HXV registered?

RE58 HXV is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 24 September 2008.

Is RE58 HXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE58 HXV shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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