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YA08 HMX

2008 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2021
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

177,448 mi
Last recorded177,448 miles
Recorded on22 May 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA08 HMX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 22 May 2020 177,448 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Jun 2019 170,222 miles

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 May 2018 161,128 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Pass 13 May 2017 150,136 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2016 137,406 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2015 133,845 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 123,990 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 107,074 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 83,156 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 48,761 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 37,679 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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YA08 HMX is a 2008 BMW 525 in Silver 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 YA08 HMX, 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 YA08 HMX registered?

YA08 HMX is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 2 July 2008.

Is YA08 HMX safe to buy?

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