2008 BMW 525 3.0L Diesel · YF08 XHG
2008 BMW 525 (3.0L, diesel). First registered 04 Jun 2008. Recorded mileage 202,768 miles. MOT valid until 23 Oct 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW 525
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 202,768 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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YF08 XHG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 20/10/2026
- 202,768 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YF08 XHG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 BMW 525 (YF08 XHG) between October 2024 and October 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 20 October 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: Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 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 Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front Position lamp not working Angel Eye (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.
YF08 XHG Mileage History
- 25/10/2024168,801 mi
- 20/10/2025186,308 mi+17,507 mi
- 23/10/2025186,312 mi+4 mi
- 19/10/2026202,768 mi+16,456 mi
- 20/10/2026202,768 mi
Average of roughly 17,111 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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