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FN08 MVR

2008 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

232,971 mi
Last recorded232,971 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN08 MVR
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 232,971 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2025 220,030 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2024 206,864 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 192,392 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 180,817 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2021 170,110 miles

undercovers, sill and engine cover fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Pass 29 Jan 2020 162,983 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2019 150,486 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 10 Feb 2018 136,167 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 125,447 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2016 115,035 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 98,861 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 88,008 miles

NSF tyre is wearing on the inner edge

OSF Tyre is worn on the inner edge

Fail 24 Feb 2014 88,008 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

NSF tyre is wearing on the inner edge

OSF Tyre is worn on the inner edge

Pass 6 Mar 2013 71,106 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 60,533 miles

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

front tyres wearing uneven on inside

Fail 1 Apr 2011 46,410 miles

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 46,410 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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FN08 MVR is a 2008 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FN08 MVR, 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.

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What year was FN08 MVR registered?

FN08 MVR is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is FN08 MVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN08 MVR shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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