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GF08 UBU

2008 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

165,982 mi
Last recorded165,982 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 UBU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2018 165,982 miles

handbrake lever has slight travel

Fail 1 Dec 2018 165,981 miles

Parking brake inoperative on one side n/s/r/ (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake inoperative on one side o/s/r/ (1.4.1 (a))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Service brake excessively binding n/s/r/ (1.2.1 (f))

Service brake excessively binding o/s/r/ (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel n/s/r/ (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel o/s/r/ (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Suspension arm likely to become detached o/s/r/ suspension arm balljoint excessive play (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm o/s/f/ (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 May 2017 134,847 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 121,966 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 117,602 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 109,187 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

stonechip in screen.

Fail 17 May 2014 108,702 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

stonechip in screen.

Pass 24 May 2013 89,144 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 76,694 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 62,946 miles

Both Rear tyres worn to around 4mm.

Front brake pads 3-4mm.

N/s/f tyre inner edge slightly out of shape.

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

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 UBU is a 2008 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GF08 UBU, 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 UBU registered?

GF08 UBU is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is GF08 UBU safe to buy?

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