The road tax status for RA08 VOF is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for RA08 VOF?

The MOT for RA08 VOF is valid and due for renewal on or before 12 April 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of RA08 VOF?

The recorded mileage for RA08 VOF is 173,956 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is RA08 VOF ULEZ compliant?

No, RA08 VOF does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

2008 BMW 525 3.0L Diesel · RA08 VOF

RA08 VOF

2008 BMW 525 (3.0L, diesel). First registered 29/07/2008. Recorded mileage 173,956 miles. MOT valid until 12/04/2027.

Make & Model: BMW 525
Year / Origin: 2008 · Reading
MOT Status: Valid until 12/04/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 173,956 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 3.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 12/04/2027

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Mileage: 173,956 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2008
Engine: 2993cc

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RA08 VOF Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 13/04/2026
173,956 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
14 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (21 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently

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RA08 VOF Mileage History

08/04/2024161,772 mi
11/04/2024161,793 mi+21 mi
04/04/2025166,657 mi+4,864 mi
26/03/2026173,936 mi+7,279 mi
13/04/2026173,956 mi+20 mi

Average of roughly 6,056 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

RA08 VOF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 14 Sept 2026, 11:00

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 BMW 525 (RA08 VOF) between April 2024 and April 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 13 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (21 issues), Brakes (12 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 38 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Inner Road wheel has a welding defect Welding repair cracked (5.2.2 (a))”; “Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.

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