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HN08 UOY

2008 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

167,097 mi
Last recorded167,097 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN08 UOY
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 167,097 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front head light washer inop

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear wheel has large weld

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

Fail 2 Jun 2026 166,945 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front head light washer inop

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear wheel has large weld

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

Pass 23 May 2025 156,957 miles

DPF warning message displayed

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Road wheel has large weld

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Multiple deep cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 23 May 2025 156,957 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

DPF warning message displayed

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Road wheel has large weld

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Multiple deep cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 May 2024 151,285 miles

Nearside Rear Road Wheel Welded

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Mechanism slightly defective but still functions as intended. (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2023 143,902 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 138,719 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 133,983 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 129,070 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 120,626 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 113,804 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 101,490 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 95,207 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 90,611 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 86,627 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 74,954 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Mar 2012 61,678 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2011 47,572 miles

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

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

front wipers smearing

Fail 23 Mar 2011 47,572 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

front wipers smearing

o/s/r reverse light inop

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 UOY is a 2008 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 UOY, 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 UOY registered?

HN08 UOY is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 26 April 2008.

Is HN08 UOY safe to buy?

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