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VN58 UYA

2008 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

107,575 mi
Last recorded107,575 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN58 UYA
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2018 107,575 miles

under covers fitted

Pass 10 Mar 2017 101,507 miles

under covers fitted obsecuring some componeents

Pass 23 Mar 2016 90,776 miles

Bot rear tyre sare wearing on inner eges

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit @ 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear brakes low

Pass 10 Mar 2015 77,400 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2015 77,400 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 63,679 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 48,225 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 30,089 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 16,942 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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VN58 UYA is a 2008 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 VN58 UYA, 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 VN58 UYA?

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What year was VN58 UYA registered?

VN58 UYA is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 10 December 2008.

Is VN58 UYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN58 UYA shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VN58 UYA have outstanding finance?

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