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HN08 GKZ

2008 BMW 525

Green Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2018
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

188,680 mi
Last recorded188,680 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2017
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN08 GKZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2017 188,680 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2016 177,106 miles

brake warning light on slight play ns & os track rod ends

Pass 20 Apr 2015 164,557 miles

front tyres outer edges worn

Fail 20 Apr 2015 164,556 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

front tyres outer edges worn

Pass 2 May 2014 151,017 miles
Fail 2 May 2014 151,017 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Fail 26 Apr 2014 150,836 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Apr 2013 135,693 miles

Front brake pads worn

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 135,693 miles

Front brake pads worn

Pass 13 Apr 2012 121,811 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 105,520 miles

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

Fail 26 Apr 2011 105,442 miles

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

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

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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HN08 GKZ is a 2008 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HN08 GKZ, 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 HN08 GKZ registered?

HN08 GKZ is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is HN08 GKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN08 GKZ shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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