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YC08 DMO

2008 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

58,819 mi
Last recorded58,819 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC08 DMO
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 58,819 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 56,970 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 55,783 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 54,132 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 25 Apr 2022 51,658 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 49,768 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 48,755 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 45,718 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 42,638 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 39,599 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 36,473 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 33,105 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 May 2014 28,683 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 24,102 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 19,946 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 May 2012 19,946 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 15,077 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 15,077 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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YC08 DMO is a 2008 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YC08 DMO, 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 YC08 DMO registered?

YC08 DMO is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 2 June 2008.

Is YC08 DMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC08 DMO shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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