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RK58 RTV

2008 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

176,515 mi
Last recorded176,515 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK58 RTV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2021 176,515 miles

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

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2019 157,375 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 135,413 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 104,756 miles

engine cover and under trays fitted obscuring some components

no emissions given (0%

Pass 7 Apr 2017 101,854 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 88,005 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 74,413 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 58,902 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 45,690 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 43,250 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 30,514 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2011 30,514 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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RK58 RTV is a 2008 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 RK58 RTV, 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 RK58 RTV registered?

RK58 RTV is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 22 September 2008.

Is RK58 RTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK58 RTV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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