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EJ08 WVK

2008 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,834 mi
Last recorded44,834 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ08 WVK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 23 Oct 2025 44,834 miles

Covers fitted

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2024 41,448 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

covers

Pass 24 Oct 2023 37,762 miles

Covers fitted

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 34,487 miles

Covers fitted

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 31,327 miles

Covers fitted

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 28,041 miles

Covers fitted

Pass 23 Oct 2019 24,973 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 21,652 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 18,283 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 16,006 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 13,302 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 10,648 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 9,190 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 8,066 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 6,687 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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EJ08 WVK is a 2008 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol 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 EJ08 WVK, 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 WVK registered?

EJ08 WVK is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is EJ08 WVK safe to buy?

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Does EJ08 WVK have outstanding finance?

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