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YK08 OKT

2008 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

114,452 mi
Last recorded114,452 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 OKT
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2020 114,452 miles

Front pads low Offsidecfront drop link has play

Pass 3 May 2019 87,594 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2018 65,953 miles

Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel both (2.4.A.1b)

Fail 2 May 2018 65,953 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel both (2.4.A.1b)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 57,817 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside beam bender incorrectly placed on headlamp

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside beam bender incorrectly placed on headlamp

engine cover

engine under tray

Fail 30 Aug 2016 57,817 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/40/18 (4.1.E.1)

Nearside beam bender incorrectly placed on headlamp

Offside beam bender incorrectly placed on headlamp

engine cover

engine under tray

Pass 26 Jan 2015 46,026 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 37,868 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2014 37,868 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Feb 2013 31,615 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 20,915 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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YK08 OKT is a 2008 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OKT, 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 OKT registered?

YK08 OKT is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is YK08 OKT safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK08 OKT shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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