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YD58 LVO

2008 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

163,485 mi
Last recorded163,485 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD58 LVO
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2018 163,485 miles

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

Fail 5 Jul 2018 163,481 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Jul 2017 151,620 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 145,163 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 135,026 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 May 2014 127,417 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 127,413 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 117,605 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 89,305 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 61,425 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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YD58 LVO is a 2008 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 YD58 LVO, 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 YD58 LVO registered?

YD58 LVO is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 9 September 2008.

Is YD58 LVO safe to buy?

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