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FE08 KXH

2008 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

165,731 mi
Last recorded165,731 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE08 KXH
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2025 165,731 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 155,002 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 18 Jan 2024 154,996 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2023 146,503 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear caliper retaining pin/clip missing

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Jan 2023 146,473 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear caliper retaining pin/clip missing

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Dec 2021 134,520 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 120,782 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 99,867 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 94,646 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 87,669 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 81,959 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 74,350 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2014 65,222 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 65,222 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 64,708 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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 57,636 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

chip in screen

diesel to clean for test

Pass 17 Mar 2012 49,809 miles

chip in screen

to clean to diesel test

Pass 11 Mar 2011 36,800 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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FE08 KXH is a 2008 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FE08 KXH, 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 FE08 KXH registered?

FE08 KXH is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is FE08 KXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE08 KXH shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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