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RV58 XTF

2008 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

111,146 mi
Last recorded111,146 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV58 XTF
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2019 111,146 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2019 111,145 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Oct 2018 104,426 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Oct 2018 104,353 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure INSIDE SIDEWALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 94,336 miles

Under trays fitted full length of vehicle

Pass 16 Sep 2016 85,631 miles

Engine covers fitted

Under trays fitted

Pass 15 Sep 2015 76,015 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 15 Sep 2015 76,015 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 4 Sep 2014 66,087 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres worn on inner and outer edges

Pass 11 Sep 2013 57,423 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 49,445 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Sep 2011 39,762 miles

front wipers smeary

undertrays fitted

Fail 26 Sep 2011 39,761 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel fractured (4.2.B.1a)

front wipers smeary

undertrays fitted

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 XTF is a 2008 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 XTF, 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

How do I check the history of RV58 XTF?

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What year was RV58 XTF registered?

RV58 XTF is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 29 September 2008.

Is RV58 XTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV58 XTF shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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