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YC08 LFU

2008 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

127,085 mi
Last recorded127,085 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC08 LFU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2023 127,085 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2022 116,539 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing close to cords being exposed on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 110,602 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 169,866 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2017 97,004 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 93,852 miles

Unable to check offside rear seat belt.

Pass 10 Dec 2015 82,701 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 76,607 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 67,231 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 24 Dec 2012 57,530 miles

Diesel emission test carried out no reading recorded.

Pass 16 Mar 2012 49,179 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Mar 2011 27,434 miles

a.chips in screen under mot limit

a.oil level just above min

a.very slight play in n/s/f shock absorber on ground check

Fail 19 Mar 2011 27,434 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

a.chips in screen under mot limit

a.oil level just above min

a.very slight play in n/s/f shock absorber on ground check

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 LFU is a 2008 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YC08 LFU, 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 LFU registered?

YC08 LFU is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is YC08 LFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC08 LFU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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