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AD08 BZE

2008 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

140,590 mi
Last recorded140,590 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD08 BZE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 140,590 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2024 134,462 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2023 127,520 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2022 121,180 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 114,427 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2021 114,427 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Nov 2020 108,219 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 101,639 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 93,795 miles

engine covers / under trays fitted

Fail 27 Nov 2018 93,754 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

engine covers / under trays fitted

Pass 20 Nov 2017 87,725 miles

Engine covers / under trays fitted

Pass 23 Nov 2016 80,791 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 74,794 miles

Under trays fitted

Fail 13 Nov 2015 74,784 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Under trays fitted

Window items removed from drivers view

Pass 7 Nov 2014 71,021 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Nov 2013 66,431 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Nov 2012 58,075 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 56,709 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 43,213 miles

n/s/r seat belt not tested due to child seat fitted

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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AD08 BZE is a 2008 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 AD08 BZE, 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

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What year was AD08 BZE registered?

AD08 BZE is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is AD08 BZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD08 BZE shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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