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RY57 NNT

2008 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

107,114 mi
Last recorded107,114 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY57 NNT
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 17 Sep 2025 107,114 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge os and ns (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jan 2025 105,928 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2024 101,986 miles

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency low.

Pass 23 Jan 2023 98,489 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 93,857 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 90,402 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 87,143 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 82,340 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2018 75,387 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Jan 2017 67,058 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 60,175 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a nail in tread

Pass 14 Jan 2015 53,939 miles

o/s wiper and washer poor

Pass 17 Jan 2014 47,334 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2012 39,613 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 31,527 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 31,382 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 26,595 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 20,424 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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RY57 NNT is a 2008 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RY57 NNT, 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 RY57 NNT?

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What year was RY57 NNT registered?

RY57 NNT is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is RY57 NNT safe to buy?

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