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YD58 VCX

2008 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

140,839 mi
Last recorded140,839 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD58 VCX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 140,839 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 139,281 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 134,334 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 134,150 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2022 134,150 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 132,854 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 129,130 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 120,360 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 111,911 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2018 111,911 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 101,230 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 94,337 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 83,011 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 72,160 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 63,150 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 51,735 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 39,850 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 VCX is a 2008 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,993cc 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 YD58 VCX, 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 YD58 VCX?

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What year was YD58 VCX registered?

YD58 VCX is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is YD58 VCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD58 VCX 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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