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GJ58 FPT

2008 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

216,242 mi
Last recorded216,242 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ58 FPT
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 216,242 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2025 212,636 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Feb 2024 201,538 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2022 191,881 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 186,544 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 168,450 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 160,494 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 145,570 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 131,297 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2017 131,297 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 115,320 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2016 115,320 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2015 106,221 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 101,150 miles

child seat fitted to nearside rear not allowing full inspection of seat belt

Fail 4 Feb 2015 101,142 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

child seat fitted to nearside rear not allowing full inspection of seat belt

Pass 27 Dec 2013 89,544 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust emmisions too clean to register

Pass 9 Aug 2013 86,822 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2012 70,260 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2011 53,415 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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GJ58 FPT is a 2008 BMW 525 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 GJ58 FPT, 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

How do I check the history of GJ58 FPT?

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What year was GJ58 FPT registered?

GJ58 FPT is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 7 September 2008.

Is GJ58 FPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ58 FPT shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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