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YC58 PZE

2008 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

231,430 mi
Last recorded231,430 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC58 PZE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 231,430 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2025 221,123 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 212,578 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 203,284 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH REAR (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Jan 2023 203,201 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH REAR (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH REAR (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 194,738 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 3 Feb 2021 184,734 miles

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2020 178,658 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2019 171,917 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 163,089 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 150,920 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 133,916 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 109,872 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 81,159 miles

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

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

to clean no diesel test sheet

Pass 12 Nov 2012 53,268 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

no diesel test sheet to clean

Pass 16 Nov 2011 32,013 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2011 32,013 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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 PZE is a 2008 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 PZE, 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 PZE?

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What year was YC58 PZE registered?

YC58 PZE is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 14 November 2008.

Is YC58 PZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC58 PZE shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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