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SW08 RVF

2008 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,407 mi
Last recorded60,407 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW08 RVF
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 11 Jan 2026 60,407 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2025 58,718 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 57,083 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 54,906 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 4 Jan 2022 53,210 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 50,124 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 46,508 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 44,971 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 41,762 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 40,475 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 38,717 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 37,421 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 35,950 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 33,726 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 32,013 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 30,859 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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SW08 RVF is a 2008 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 SW08 RVF, 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 SW08 RVF?

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What year was SW08 RVF registered?

SW08 RVF is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 11 August 2008.

Is SW08 RVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW08 RVF shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SW08 RVF have outstanding finance?

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