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AF08 LST

2008 BMW 525

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

148,572 mi
Last recorded148,572 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 LST
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2020 148,572 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2020 148,572 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2019 138,593 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 129,282 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2018 129,282 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 24 Nov 2017 127,681 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 122,940 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 120,575 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Oct 2014 45,027 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2014 45,027 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside 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 tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Oct 2013 93,023 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2013 93,023 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 67,712 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 47,339 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2011 46,277 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

chips in screen

slight wdamage to wheels

slight wear on brake discs

Pass 5 Jul 2011 46,277 miles

chips in screen

slight wdamage to wheels

slight wear on brake discs

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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AF08 LST is a 2008 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AF08 LST, 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

How do I check the history of AF08 LST?

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What year was AF08 LST registered?

AF08 LST is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 29 July 2008.

Is AF08 LST safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF08 LST shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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