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YB57 UDH

2008 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

165,070 mi
Last recorded165,070 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB57 UDH
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2024 165,070 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2023 161,731 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Aug 2023 161,731 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2022 154,112 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 144,471 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2021 144,471 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 130,155 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 110,086 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 21 Dec 2016 94,406 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 82,636 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2014 72,369 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Dec 2013 62,637 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 52,296 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 48,103 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2011 43,111 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Feb 2011 43,111 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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YB57 UDH is a 2008 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YB57 UDH, 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 YB57 UDH registered?

YB57 UDH is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 11 February 2008.

Is YB57 UDH safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB57 UDH shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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