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WG58 CVD

2008 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

193,400 mi
Last recorded193,400 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG58 CVD
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2018 193,400 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2018 193,400 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 184,999 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2016 169,662 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 153,515 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2014 124,619 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2013 111,796 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2012 109,861 miles

Emmission test was carried out. No reading was achieved.

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Dec 2012 109,861 miles

Emmission test was carried out. No reading was achieved.

Pass 21 Dec 2011 107,625 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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WG58 CVD is a 2008 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WG58 CVD, 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 WG58 CVD registered?

WG58 CVD is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 23 December 2008.

Is WG58 CVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG58 CVD shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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