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YC08 OLU

2008 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

99,830 mi
Last recorded99,830 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2023 99,830 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2022 92,886 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 82,142 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 69,796 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2019 57,985 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 52,441 miles

Front Wipers do not Park in the Correct Position

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm measured (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm measured (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm measured (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm measured (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2017 47,369 miles

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

o/s/f tyre worn edges ,inner almost to cord

shoulder wear o/s/r tyre

Pass 14 Oct 2016 42,384 miles

underguards fitted to underneath of vehicle preventing full examination

Pass 10 Oct 2015 38,492 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 32,604 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 27,487 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 21,611 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 15,400 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 15,354 miles

Nearside Outer Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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 OLU is a 2008 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 OLU, 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 OLU registered?

YC08 OLU is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 17 April 2008.

Is YC08 OLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC08 OLU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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