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EJ08 MOM

2008 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

121,831 mi
Last recorded121,831 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ08 MOM
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 12 Feb 2026 121,831 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2025 117,916 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2024 113,494 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2023 101,292 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 86,030 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 83,170 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 82,254 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 76,636 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Mar 2018 69,545 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 62,990 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' Chip (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 58,126 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 52,967 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 46,090 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 39,484 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 36,049 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

osf tyre cut

Pass 31 Mar 2011 30,830 miles

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges-2255017 94w run flat

osf tyre cut no visable cords

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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EJ08 MOM is a 2008 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 EJ08 MOM, 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 EJ08 MOM registered?

EJ08 MOM is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is EJ08 MOM safe to buy?

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