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AP08 NKW

2008 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2018
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

140,041 mi
Last recorded140,041 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2017
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 NKW
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 16 Sep 2017 140,041 miles

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Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 125,351 miles

Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush Both front suspension lower forward (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 120,429 miles

Nearside tyre worn close to limit

under trays fitted

Pass 22 Aug 2014 114,428 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Sep 2013 104,231 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 92,408 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2011 74,639 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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AP08 NKW is a 2008 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AP08 NKW, 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 AP08 NKW registered?

AP08 NKW is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is AP08 NKW safe to buy?

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