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JT08 MRT

2008 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

122,406 mi
Last recorded122,406 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJT08 MRT
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 122,406 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 116,904 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 110,214 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 104,402 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 98,737 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 92,076 miles

front n/s tyre worn edges

Pass 25 Oct 2019 86,322 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 79,670 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 74,565 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 70,267 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Jan 2016 66,173 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 7 Jan 2016 66,173 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Jan 2015 58,759 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 51,177 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 43,667 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 37,128 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 32,171 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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JT08 MRT is a 2008 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 JT08 MRT, 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 JT08 MRT?

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What year was JT08 MRT registered?

JT08 MRT is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is JT08 MRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for JT08 MRT shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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