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HN08 HTT

2008 BMW 525

Bronze Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

113,476 mi
Last recorded113,476 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN08 HTT
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 113,476 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Undertray fitted front to rear

Pass 13 Aug 2024 108,609 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 103,294 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2022 98,907 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2022 98,907 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Aug 2021 93,591 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer 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 15 Aug 2020 88,384 miles

Central Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Nearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 13 Aug 2019 82,238 miles

Central Rear rear diff has slight oil leak

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2018 76,747 miles

Central Front Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener removed ()

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 11 Aug 2017 71,026 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 69,835 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 68,740 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 67,106 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 65,353 miles

Age cracks on rear tyres.

Nearside front tyre worn on the edges

Nearside rear tyre worn on the inner edge

Offside front tyre worn on the edges

Offside rear tyre worn on the inner edge

Small cut in offside front tyre cords not visible.

Pass 24 Jul 2012 63,740 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 60,256 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2011 58,325 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 58,325 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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 HTT is a 2008 BMW 525 in Bronze with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HN08 HTT, 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.

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What year was HN08 HTT registered?

HN08 HTT is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 22 April 2008.

Is HN08 HTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN08 HTT shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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