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GL08 BYT

2008 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

140,128 mi
Last recorded140,128 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 BYT
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2024 140,128 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 137,846 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 134,858 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 11 Dec 2021 132,637 miles

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Dec 2021 132,632 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2021 128,400 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 114,204 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2019 114,204 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 95,646 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2018 95,646 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 135,926 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 126,941 miles

mileage incorrect for previous years. should be kilometers

Pass 16 Nov 2015 124,261 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 119,453 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Nov 2013 114,482 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Nov 2012 109,530 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 May 2011 62,126 miles

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

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

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

front brake discs worn slightly

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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GL08 BYT is a 2008 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 GL08 BYT, 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 GL08 BYT registered?

GL08 BYT is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 22 May 2008.

Is GL08 BYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL08 BYT shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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