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AA08 FWD

2008 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

113,557 mi
Last recorded113,557 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 FWD
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2019 113,557 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot slightly leaking grease

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Mar 2018 107,633 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 7 Apr 2017 99,441 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 26 Feb 2016 88,631 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2014 73,029 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Aug 2014 73,029 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Aug 2013 57,214 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 42,776 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 39,647 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 39,647 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 23,484 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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AA08 FWD is a 2008 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AA08 FWD, 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 AA08 FWD registered?

AA08 FWD is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is AA08 FWD safe to buy?

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