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HT08 JCJ

2008 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

162,275 mi
Last recorded162,275 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT08 JCJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 162,275 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 24 Nov 2025 162,268 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear 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 16 Dec 2024 159,378 miles

Noisey suspension? recommend attention

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2023 154,752 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 150,992 miles

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

Parking brake required effort only just met

Pass 15 Dec 2021 144,751 miles

Front Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

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

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2020 139,616 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 129,815 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 115,064 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 99,121 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 84,680 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 73,017 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 23 Jul 2014 65,671 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 60,188 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 49,969 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 39,409 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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HT08 JCJ is a 2008 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 HT08 JCJ, 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 HT08 JCJ registered?

HT08 JCJ is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 12 August 2008.

Is HT08 JCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HT08 JCJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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