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GF08 OHZ

2008 BMW 525

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

131,989 mi
Last recorded131,989 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 OHZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 24 Jun 2019 131,989 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Coolant leak ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 127,719 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner and outer edges uneven and close to cords showing

nearside shocker shroud torn

Pass 2 May 2017 125,688 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2016 110,600 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 106,387 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Nov 2014 104,055 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f tyre wearing low

Fail 15 Nov 2014 104,055 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f tyre wearing low

Pass 10 Apr 2014 101,189 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front wiper blades smearing slightly

childs seat fitted in nearside rear seat , unable to check seat belt correctly

Pass 23 Nov 2013 99,191 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 95,765 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Apr 2012 84,965 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 64,208 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 64,208 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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GF08 OHZ is a 2008 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc petrol 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 GF08 OHZ, 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 GF08 OHZ registered?

GF08 OHZ is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is GF08 OHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF08 OHZ 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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