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CP08 NDV

2008 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

148,562 mi
Last recorded148,562 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP08 NDV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2019 148,562 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2019 148,562 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2018 144,063 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2018 144,063 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 138,039 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 118,439 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2016 118,439 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2015 118,362 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 104,491 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2013 78,666 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 67,579 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 55,778 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 55,778 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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CP08 NDV is a 2008 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 CP08 NDV, 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 CP08 NDV registered?

CP08 NDV is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is CP08 NDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP08 NDV shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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