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YK08 KYJ

2008 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

107,776 mi
Last recorded107,776 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 KYJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 107,776 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2024 97,208 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2023 88,088 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 May 2022 81,847 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 9 May 2022 81,847 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Jun 2021 79,179 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 77,614 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 72,664 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 70,043 miles

Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin all around (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2017 64,066 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 57,801 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 49,893 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 43,516 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2013 35,585 miles

nearside front tyre starting to wear on outer edge.

Pass 31 May 2012 29,417 miles

both rear tyres starting to wear on inner edges.

Pass 20 Jun 2011 25,306 miles

Offside front tyre has a cut on outerwall but not deep enough to reach the cords.

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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YK08 KYJ is a 2008 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 YK08 KYJ, 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 YK08 KYJ?

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What year was YK08 KYJ registered?

YK08 KYJ is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 20 June 2008.

Is YK08 KYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK08 KYJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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