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DU08 EWZ

2008 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

19,763 mi
Last recorded19,763 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU08 EWZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 19,763 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2025 19,123 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 18,271 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 17,304 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 16,362 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 15,325 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 14,271 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 13,421 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 12,557 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 11,659 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2017 11,659 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 10,534 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 9,467 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 8,272 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 6,530 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 4,999 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 3,271 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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DU08 EWZ is a 2008 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 DU08 EWZ, 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 DU08 EWZ?

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What year was DU08 EWZ registered?

DU08 EWZ is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is DU08 EWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU08 EWZ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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