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YD08 WHC

2008 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2025
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,945 mi
Last recorded88,945 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD08 WHC
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 5 Nov 2024 88,945 miles

Offside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 81,633 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 73,400 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 63,599 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 58,365 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 52,883 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 46,162 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 42,967 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 39,432 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 37,196 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 33,498 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 31,198 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 10,714 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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YD08 WHC is a 2008 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YD08 WHC, 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 YD08 WHC?

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What year was YD08 WHC registered?

YD08 WHC is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 21 May 2008.

Is YD08 WHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD08 WHC shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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