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RY08 RYE

2008 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

166,057 mi
Last recorded166,057 miles
Recorded on5 May 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY08 RYE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2024 166,057 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 156,232 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Near & Off Side (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Side Wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 144,007 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2020 139,803 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2020 139,803 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2019 128,927 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 118,540 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 111,220 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 107,587 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2015 98,575 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 81,782 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 61,902 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 49,214 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 30,037 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 15,303 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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RY08 RYE is a 2008 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 RY08 RYE, 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 RY08 RYE registered?

RY08 RYE is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 21 August 2008.

Is RY08 RYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY08 RYE shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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