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RE58 PLN

2008 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

231,968 mi
Last recorded231,968 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE58 PLN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2022 231,968 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2021 205,678 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 196,266 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 185,913 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2019 185,906 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak Dripping with oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 16 May 2018 175,705 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.4.G.2)

Service due?

Fail 16 May 2018 175,705 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated reinforcement exposed (3.6.B.4d)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Service due?

Pass 2 Jun 2017 166,430 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 154,146 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 153,558 miles

Parking brake lever releases when knocked (3.1.6a)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 142,219 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 132,056 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 119,252 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 119,191 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2012 107,053 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 PLN is a 2008 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 RE58 PLN, 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 PLN registered?

RE58 PLN is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 10 October 2008.

Is RE58 PLN safe to buy?

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