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YC08 WWE

2008 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

162,218 mi
Last recorded162,218 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2019 162,218 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 5 Nov 2018 149,409 miles

undertrays fittd

Pass 26 Oct 2017 135,700 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Oct 2016 122,746 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit SIDE WALLS SLIGHTLY CUT (4.1.E.1)

SLIGHT PLAY IN STEERING ARMS

UNDER TRAY FITTED

Fail 18 Oct 2016 122,746 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit SIDE WALLS SLIGHTLY CUT (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

SLIGHT PLAY IN STEERING ARMS

UNDER TRAY FITTED

Pass 28 Oct 2015 108,681 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 93,591 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside 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)

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

Pass 12 Oct 2013 79,307 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 29 May 2012 60,156 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2011 43,575 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2011 43,575 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

o/s/r tyre bald inner edge

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 WWE is a 2008 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 WWE, 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 WWE registered?

YC08 WWE is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 11 April 2008.

Is YC08 WWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC08 WWE shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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