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HK08 WWG

2008 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

142,911 mi
Last recorded142,911 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 WWG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 142,911 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 2 May 2025 139,534 miles

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

o/s n/s sill covers fitted

Pass 23 Aug 2023 136,943 miles

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Aug 2022 135,429 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 132,135 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 26 Jul 2021 132,088 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2020 128,095 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 121,885 miles

Nearside Rear 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 4 Dec 2017 117,599 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 109,533 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2016 109,533 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 Dec 2015 96,946 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 82,401 miles

nsr tyre wall damaged/ not to cords

Fail 22 Dec 2014 82,401 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

nsr tyre wall damaged/ not to cords

Pass 3 Dec 2013 66,895 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2013 52,999 miles

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

Pass 28 Dec 2011 35,793 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 33,924 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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HK08 WWG is a 2008 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol 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 HK08 WWG, 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 HK08 WWG registered?

HK08 WWG is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 24 July 2008.

Is HK08 WWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK08 WWG 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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