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YD08 XWF

2008 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

208,383 mi
Last recorded208,383 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD08 XWF
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 28 Nov 2025 208,383 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 197,055 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2023 189,309 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 177,669 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 163,246 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 154,406 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 140,114 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 129,055 miles

emission too clean to test

Pass 10 Jun 2017 119,029 miles

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

emissions too clean to test

Pass 7 Jun 2016 103,504 miles

emissions too clean to test

Pass 12 Jun 2015 90,476 miles

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

N/S/F Tyre has cut on outter wall but not to cords

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 11 Jun 2014 74,039 miles

emissions 2 clean to test

Pass 11 Jun 2013 59,827 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 42,766 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Jun 2011 24,408 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 22,146 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 XWF is a 2008 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 XWF, 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 YD08 XWF registered?

YD08 XWF is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 21 March 2008.

Is YD08 XWF safe to buy?

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