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GJ08 WYX

2008 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

226,843 mi
Last recorded226,843 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ08 WYX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 226,843 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2024 208,359 miles

No read out given on emission test

Pass 28 Sep 2023 196,701 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 186,528 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2022 186,528 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 21 May 2021 172,236 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 18 May 2020 164,030 miles
Pass 12 May 2019 154,345 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 142,697 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 130,323 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 125,364 miles
Fail 11 May 2016 125,364 miles

registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 16 May 2015 117,691 miles
Pass 4 May 2014 109,540 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emission tested too clean

Pass 15 Apr 2013 95,478 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Apr 2012 80,012 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 29 Mar 2012 79,471 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 65,977 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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GJ08 WYX is a 2008 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GJ08 WYX, 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 GJ08 WYX registered?

GJ08 WYX is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 11 April 2008.

Is GJ08 WYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ08 WYX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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