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GF08 WTZ

2008 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

107,154 mi
Last recorded107,154 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 WTZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 30 Apr 2026 107,154 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 104,022 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 7 May 2024 101,389 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 15 May 2023 98,846 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 95,857 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 92,005 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 89,165 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 87,052 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 84,522 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 81,670 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 73,428 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 65,746 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 May 2014 61,336 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 May 2013 52,899 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 43,605 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 33,575 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 WTZ is a 2008 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WTZ, 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 GF08 WTZ registered?

GF08 WTZ is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 28 April 2008.

Is GF08 WTZ safe to buy?

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