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GL57 NPY

2008 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2020
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

139,125 mi
Last recorded139,125 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL57 NPY
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 4 Jan 2019 139,125 miles

Front wiper linkage noisy / catching

Pass 3 Jan 2018 131,837 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 116,309 miles

Rear tyres worn to wear bars.

Pass 1 Oct 2015 103,077 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 85,982 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 71,045 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 68,661 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 56,707 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 50,034 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 49,322 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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GL57 NPY is a 2008 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 GL57 NPY, 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 GL57 NPY?

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What year was GL57 NPY registered?

GL57 NPY is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 3 January 2008.

Is GL57 NPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL57 NPY shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GL57 NPY have outstanding finance?

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