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HN08 WYD

2008 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

151,908 mi
Last recorded151,908 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN08 WYD
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2019 151,908 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 147,201 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 143,398 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 131,163 miles

Engine and under trays fitted

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

Fail 24 May 2016 130,992 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 275.30.19 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 275.30.19 (4.1.E.1)

Engine and under trays fitted

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

Pass 9 Apr 2015 115,576 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Sill covers fitted.N/S/R sidewall slightly damaged.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 27 Mar 2014 106,500 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 103,726 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 98,133 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Jun 2011 86,468 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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HN08 WYD 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 90%.

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 WYD, 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 WYD registered?

HN08 WYD is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 12 June 2008.

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