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JJ54 JAF

2008 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2015
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

56,368 mi
Last recorded56,368 miles
Recorded on14 May 2014
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJJ54 JAF
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2014 56,368 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 46,946 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 38,982 miles
Fail 31 May 2012 38,982 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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JJ54 JAF is a 2008 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 JJ54 JAF, 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 JJ54 JAF?

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What year was JJ54 JAF registered?

JJ54 JAF is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 8 September 2008.

Is JJ54 JAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for JJ54 JAF shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JJ54 JAF have outstanding finance?

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