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G16 KDK

2008 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

168,895 mi
Last recorded168,895 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG16 KDK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2022 168,895 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 28 Nov 2022 168,887 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Nov 2021 150,040 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 132,647 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 113,474 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 92,918 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Nov 2017 75,477 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 59,252 miles

Front tyres wearing inner edges off.

Fail 1 Dec 2016 59,253 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Also inner edge worn to cords (4.1.E.1)

Front tyres wearing inner edges off.

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Nearside rear park brake has a lower effort. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 2 Dec 2015 51,922 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 45,921 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 36,815 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 31,058 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 24,897 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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G16 KDK is a 2008 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 G16 KDK, 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 G16 KDK registered?

G16 KDK is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 13 October 2008.

Is G16 KDK safe to buy?

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