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AC08 XBD

2008 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

179,173 mi
Last recorded179,173 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 XBD
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 179,173 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2026 179,171 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 162,773 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2023 143,819 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 218,865 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 126,018 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 11 Dec 2020 120,760 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 107,215 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 98,395 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 19 Jun 2018 98,382 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 89,833 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 83,680 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 75,930 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Apr 2014 69,995 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Apr 2013 58,841 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 51,263 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 41,550 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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AC08 XBD is a 2008 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 AC08 XBD, 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.

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What year was AC08 XBD registered?

AC08 XBD is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 2 May 2008.

Is AC08 XBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 XBD shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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