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YL57 EJK

2008 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

54,830 mi
Last recorded54,830 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2014
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL57 EJK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2014 54,830 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 40,604 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 33,269 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Feb 2011 26,120 miles

unable to inspect vehicle fully due to bodycovers

Fail 7 Feb 2011 26,120 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)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

unable to inspect vehicle fully due to bodycovers

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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YL57 EJK is a 2008 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YL57 EJK, 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 YL57 EJK?

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What year was YL57 EJK registered?

YL57 EJK is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 13 February 2008.

Is YL57 EJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL57 EJK shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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