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EF08 JUX

2008 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,150 mi
Last recorded46,150 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF08 JUX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 10 Mar 2025 46,150 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2024 39,459 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2023 30,748 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 30,314 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 29,864 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 28,994 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 27,950 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 26,492 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 24,923 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 22,878 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 20,570 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 17,677 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 14,407 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 12,118 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 9,414 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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EF08 JUX is a 2008 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EF08 JUX, 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 EF08 JUX?

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What year was EF08 JUX registered?

EF08 JUX is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 8 July 2008.

Is EF08 JUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF08 JUX shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EF08 JUX have outstanding finance?

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