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SN08 RHO

2008 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

69,548 mi
Last recorded69,548 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN08 RHO
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2020 69,548 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 67,452 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 64,253 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 57,707 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 55,096 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2016 52,939 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm 225/50/17 (4.1.E.1)

engine cover fitted

under tray covers fitted

Pass 10 Apr 2015 50,765 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 47,749 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

differential damp with oil

oil level high

oil leak behind under tray.oil melting on exhaust

Pass 17 May 2013 41,141 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2012 30,995 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 29 Feb 2012 30,490 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 28,594 miles

Condensation in headlamps

Fail 23 Feb 2011 28,594 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Airbag light on

Condensation in headlamps

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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SN08 RHO is a 2008 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SN08 RHO, 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.

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What year was SN08 RHO registered?

SN08 RHO is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is SN08 RHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN08 RHO shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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