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FP08 NWN

2008 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

184,146 mi
Last recorded184,146 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 NWN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 12 Sep 2022 184,146 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 162,800 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 158,838 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 133,798 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and corroded (3.5.1i)

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

undertrays fitted

Fail 26 Apr 2018 133,798 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and corroded (3.5.1i)

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 26 Apr 2017 117,590 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Undertrays fitted obscuring underside components

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 99,760 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 92,912 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Apr 2014 81,100 miles

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

Offside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Feb 2013 68,225 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2013 68,208 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 7 Feb 2012 54,801 miles

Cut in NSR tyre no cords expossed

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 42,700 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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FP08 NWN is a 2008 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FP08 NWN, 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 FP08 NWN registered?

FP08 NWN is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 22 May 2008.

Is FP08 NWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP08 NWN shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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