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SF58 UBO

2008 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

78,172 mi
Last recorded78,172 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF58 UBO
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 78,172 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 7 Nov 2024 76,724 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2024 76,723 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 9 Nov 2023 75,013 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 73,282 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Dec 2021 72,289 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 65,584 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D BUSH (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D BUSH (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

UNDER BODY COVERS FITTED

Pass 18 Oct 2016 63,103 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front D bushes (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

engine cover

under tray fitted.

Pass 30 Oct 2015 60,040 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 55,522 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Sep 2013 45,770 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 39,391 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 38,795 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2012 38,735 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 29,473 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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SF58 UBO is a 2008 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SF58 UBO, 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 SF58 UBO registered?

SF58 UBO is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 24 September 2008.

Is SF58 UBO safe to buy?

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