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CU57 OKB

2008 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2693cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

147,738 mi
Last recorded147,738 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU57 OKB
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,693cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 147,738 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2025 147,536 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2024 141,708 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2023 134,677 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 131,481 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 126,601 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 114,640 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 107,690 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 101,298 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2017 101,183 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 36,306 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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CU57 OKB is a 2008 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,693cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 CU57 OKB, 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 CU57 OKB?

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What year was CU57 OKB registered?

CU57 OKB is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 8 February 2008.

Is CU57 OKB safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU57 OKB shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CU57 OKB have outstanding finance?

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