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KR08 WZN

2008 BMW 525

Black Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2017
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

142,131 mi
Last recorded142,131 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2016
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR08 WZN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 19 Jan 2016 142,131 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 245/40/18 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Jan 2015 133,463 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 May 2013 117,857 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 84,312 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 56,000 miles

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

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

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

car as full under body covers fitted

offside and nearside outer sills as fitted covers

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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KR08 WZN is a 2008 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KR08 WZN, 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 KR08 WZN registered?

KR08 WZN is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 2 May 2008.

Is KR08 WZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR08 WZN shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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