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RO08 ZFR

2008 BMW 525

Green Petrol 2693cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

148,175 mi
Last recorded148,175 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO08 ZFR
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,693cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 148,175 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Apr 2025 134,671 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Apr 2024 122,396 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 110,593 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2022 102,116 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 94,917 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2021 94,917 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Mar 2020 88,934 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 18 Mar 2019 79,773 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 71,723 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 64,674 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 58,132 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2016 58,132 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working side lamp not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 52,857 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 46,186 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 39,771 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 33,610 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 27,672 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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RO08 ZFR is a 2008 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,693cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RO08 ZFR, 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 RO08 ZFR registered?

RO08 ZFR is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 15 April 2008.

Is RO08 ZFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO08 ZFR shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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