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FM08 ONZ

2008 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

125,630 mi
Last recorded125,630 miles
Recorded on1 May 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM08 ONZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2019 125,630 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 115,302 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 107,180 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 100,895 miles

No emissions printout due to low emissions.

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3-4mm (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2015 90,274 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2014 87,862 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 83,809 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 76,039 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 57,523 miles

offside front tyre worn low on its outer edge.

Fail 16 Jun 2011 57,523 miles

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

offside front tyre worn low on its outer edge.

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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FM08 ONZ is a 2008 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FM08 ONZ, 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 FM08 ONZ?

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What year was FM08 ONZ registered?

FM08 ONZ is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 1 August 2008.

Is FM08 ONZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM08 ONZ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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