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RK08 OMO

2008 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

169,541 mi
Last recorded169,541 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 OMO
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 29 Mar 2025 169,541 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 163,004 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 157,033 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 150,614 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated to caliper (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2021 145,604 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2020 141,358 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 136,655 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 131,581 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 126,262 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 121,542 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 108,685 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 86,726 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 57,620 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 34,322 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 34,298 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 34,192 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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RK08 OMO is a 2008 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RK08 OMO, 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 RK08 OMO registered?

RK08 OMO is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 9 March 2008.

Is RK08 OMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK08 OMO shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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