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CE08 LRZ

2008 BMW 525

Green Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

187,565 mi
Last recorded187,565 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE08 LRZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2021 187,565 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2020 184,378 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 24 Jan 2020 184,377 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 25 Feb 2019 181,188 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2018 177,737 miles

Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2017 164,253 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2016 152,114 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2016 152,114 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 142,846 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 135,719 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 107,418 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jan 2012 81,230 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2011 53,617 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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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CE08 LRZ is a 2008 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 CE08 LRZ, 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 CE08 LRZ?

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What year was CE08 LRZ registered?

CE08 LRZ is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is CE08 LRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE08 LRZ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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