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AX08 HTK

2008 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

216,033 mi
Last recorded216,033 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX08 HTK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2023 216,033 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively SLIGHTLY WORN AND LIGHTLY CORRODED (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Apr 2023 216,033 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively SLIGHTLY WORN AND LIGHTLY CORRODED (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 204,583 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2021 197,248 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Fail 1 Feb 2021 197,248 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 25 Apr 2019 185,756 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 172,891 miles

Rear both tyres starting to wear across tread

Rear discs rusty

Pass 8 Mar 2017 164,184 miles

cat welded??

prop shaft rubber split

rear brake discs rusty

Pass 2 Mar 2016 156,935 miles

Items removed from drivers view prior to test

Offside Rear Child seat fitted not allowing inspection of seat belt

Welding evident around diesel particulate casing

Fail 2 Mar 2016 156,932 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Items removed from drivers view prior to test

Offside Rear Child seat fitted not allowing inspection of seat belt

Welding evident around diesel particulate casing

Pass 3 Mar 2015 149,215 miles

both rear brake discs rusty

Pass 24 Feb 2014 140,618 miles

Both front tyres tread starting to seperate no cords exposed. Message warning of both front parking light failure.

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Feb 2013 131,542 miles

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

emmissions to clean to detect

Pass 29 Feb 2012 121,449 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 102,019 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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AX08 HTK is a 2008 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AX08 HTK, 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 AX08 HTK registered?

AX08 HTK is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 24 July 2008.

Is AX08 HTK safe to buy?

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