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YA08 MYB

2008 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

147,658 mi
Last recorded147,658 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA08 MYB
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2022 147,658 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 25 Aug 2022 147,658 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 136,365 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 121,536 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 10 Aug 2020 121,536 miles

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 16 Apr 2019 102,187 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear most arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear most arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Apr 2019 102,185 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wiper arm spring weak (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear most arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear most arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 100,899 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 97,559 miles

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)

Pass 24 May 2016 89,988 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 86,452 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 78,727 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 67,606 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 55,411 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jul 2011 40,301 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 MYB is a 2008 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 YA08 MYB, 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.

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What year was YA08 MYB registered?

YA08 MYB is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 24 June 2008.

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