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YK08 NLE

2008 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

224,868 mi
Last recorded224,868 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 NLE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 224,868 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 220,619 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 217,451 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2023 212,619 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2022 209,485 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 204,563 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2020 199,625 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2020 199,625 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2019 195,700 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 190,141 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 183,327 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 175,994 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 169,900 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 151,745 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jun 2013 123,711 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 94,902 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jun 2011 63,555 miles

slight cuts on sidewall of nearside and offside tyres

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 NLE is a 2008 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 NLE, 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 YK08 NLE registered?

YK08 NLE is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 8 July 2008.

Is YK08 NLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK08 NLE shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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