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YC58 FDG

2008 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

149,080 mi
Last recorded149,080 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC58 FDG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2022 149,080 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2022 149,080 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 1 Feb 2021 148,445 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2021 148,445 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Feb 2020 141,044 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Rear Suspension rod ball joint has slight play both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Feb 2020 141,044 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both side (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Rear Suspension rod ball joint has slight play both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2018 131,018 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018
Pass 9 Jan 2017 88,637 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 84,523 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 77,622 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 69,823 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 62,021 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)

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

wipers smeering slightly

Pass 27 Sep 2012 47,463 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 28,016 miles

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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YC58 FDG is a 2008 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YC58 FDG, 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

How do I check the history of YC58 FDG?

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What year was YC58 FDG registered?

YC58 FDG is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 1 November 2008.

Is YC58 FDG safe to buy?

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