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RV58 EBG

2008 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

174,416 mi
Last recorded174,416 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV58 EBG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2023 174,416 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2023 174,157 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2019 162,276 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 157,258 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 150,887 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2016 136,611 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2016 136,611 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 25 Sep 2015 124,950 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 124,950 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 110,538 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Aug 2013 93,169 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 93,056 miles
Fail 16 May 2013 93,056 miles

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Sep 2012 83,928 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 75,164 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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RV58 EBG is a 2008 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,993cc 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 RV58 EBG, 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 RV58 EBG registered?

RV58 EBG is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is RV58 EBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV58 EBG shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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