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VU58 RFY

2008 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2022
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

116,490 mi
Last recorded116,490 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU58 RFY
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 20 Jul 2021 116,490 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 114,801 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 111,298 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 105,259 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 104,440 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 101,550 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 92,114 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 82,536 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 69,916 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 58,286 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 44,861 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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VU58 RFY is a 2008 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 VU58 RFY, 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 VU58 RFY registered?

VU58 RFY is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 4 November 2008.

Is VU58 RFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU58 RFY shows 11 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 VU58 RFY have outstanding finance?

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