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YK58 KCN

2008 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

172,789 mi
Last recorded172,789 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK58 KCN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2024 172,789 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2023 169,985 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2021 147,671 miles

Front Headlights tarnished

Front Steering head bearings has slight free play (2.2.2 (g))

Under trays fitted

Fail 27 Dec 2021 147,671 miles

Front Headlights tarnished

Front Steering head bearings has slight free play (2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Under trays fitted

Pass 16 Nov 2020 136,889 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 122,984 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2018 113,873 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 May 2017 100,289 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 May 2016 85,417 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 71,462 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 May 2014 57,765 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 44,469 miles

Brake warning light illuminated

Pass 11 May 2012 28,523 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2011 11,552 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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YK58 KCN is a 2008 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 YK58 KCN, 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 YK58 KCN registered?

YK58 KCN is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 29 September 2008.

Is YK58 KCN safe to buy?

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