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J27 MSC

2008 BMW 525

White Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

184,220 mi
Last recorded184,220 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ27 MSC
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 184,220 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 181,293 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 172,896 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 168,160 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 159,010 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 151,818 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 145,683 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2017 135,909 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2016 127,441 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 119,516 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 110,972 miles

unable to detect emissions

Pass 20 Nov 2013 99,575 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 74,332 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2012 74,332 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Dec 2011 51,913 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 27,196 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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J27 MSC is a 2008 BMW 525 in White 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 J27 MSC, 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

How do I check the history of J27 MSC?

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What year was J27 MSC registered?

J27 MSC is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is J27 MSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J27 MSC 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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