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RF08 UNV

2008 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

117,093 mi
Last recorded117,093 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF08 UNV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2024 117,093 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2024 117,093 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 19 Dec 2023 113,778 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2022 110,206 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2021 106,770 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2020 102,956 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 97,632 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 94,309 miles

Nearside Rear revers light not working

Fail 21 Jun 2018 94,309 miles

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

Nearside Rear revers light not working

Pass 26 Jun 2017 90,226 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 86,301 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 82,164 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 72,539 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 19 Jun 2013 60,959 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 21 Jun 2012 54,319 miles

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

headlight washers not working

n/d/r tyre wearing on inner tread

Pass 7 Jun 2011 44,060 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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RF08 UNV is a 2008 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 RF08 UNV, 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 RF08 UNV registered?

RF08 UNV is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is RF08 UNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF08 UNV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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