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KN58 LSU

2008 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

246,936 mi
Last recorded246,936 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN58 LSU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 246,936 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2026 246,936 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Jan 2025 239,388 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2024 231,816 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2023 210,700 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Jan 2023 210,700 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2021 190,455 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Dec 2021 190,455 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 173,453 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Jan 2021 173,453 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Dec 2019 160,901 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Nearside Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

wiper linkage has play

Pass 19 Dec 2018 151,127 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 19 Dec 2018 151,127 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 29 Dec 2017 147,258 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 142,286 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 130,600 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Oct 2015 130,600 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jan 2015 120,155 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front pads worn to 4-5mm.

Pass 15 Jan 2014 111,583 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 98,146 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 81,156 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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KN58 LSU is a 2008 BMW 525 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 KN58 LSU, 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 KN58 LSU registered?

KN58 LSU is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 25 September 2008.

Is KN58 LSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN58 LSU shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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