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DV08 WRR

2008 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

172,124 mi
Last recorded172,124 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV08 WRR
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2020 172,124 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 153,330 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 145,680 miles
Fail 8 May 2018 145,674 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 5 May 2017 134,881 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 134,881 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 May 2016 127,168 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 114,814 miles

Nearside 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)

Pass 22 May 2014 103,425 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 91,041 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Unable to carry out full inspection of the underneath,due to plastic undertrays fitted.

Fail 23 May 2013 91,041 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Unable to carry out full inspection of the underneath,due to plastic undertrays fitted.

Pass 22 May 2012 77,694 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 55,729 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 55,672 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

nearside front tyrewall damaged

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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DV08 WRR is a 2008 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DV08 WRR, 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 DV08 WRR registered?

DV08 WRR is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 13 May 2008.

Is DV08 WRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV08 WRR shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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