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KU08 JUA

2008 BMW 525

Red Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

120,565 mi
Last recorded120,565 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 JUA
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 120,565 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 22 Apr 2025 106,506 miles

Front number plate deteriorated.

Gearbox oil leaks.

O/S/R Tyre worn on the inner edge.

Plastic sill covers fitted obscuring some testable items.

Under trays fitted obscuring some testable items.

Windscreen damaged.

Pass 19 Apr 2024 97,194 miles

Front number plate deteriorated.

Under trays fitted obscuring some testable items.

Fail 19 Apr 2024 97,186 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front number plate deteriorated.

Under trays fitted obscuring some testable items.

Pass 26 Apr 2023 90,722 miles

Both rear lower control arms - Front most inner bushes starting to deteriorate

Front number plate starting to deteriorate

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Measured 3.4mm - Wearing outer edge - 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 May 2022 88,429 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 May 2022 88,429 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm cords exposed (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to legal limit at time of test its also has a nail in the outer edge of the tyre( irreparable) run flat tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 May 2021 85,565 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin sensor against disc but no light yet (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin sensor against disc but no light yet (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 4 May 2021 85,564 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin sensor against disc but no light yet (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin sensor against disc but no light yet (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 May 2020 83,311 miles

Front tyres wearing to edges

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

Fail 5 May 2020 83,311 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/50x17 nct5 r/flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front tyres wearing to edges

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

Pass 3 May 2019 80,056 miles

Offside Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

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

Pass 25 Apr 2018 76,403 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2018 76,387 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Apr 2017 72,641 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2017 72,606 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 68,387 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 64,006 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 58,915 miles

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

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)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 53,302 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 8 May 2012 48,701 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)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2011 39,106 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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KU08 JUA is a 2008 BMW 525 in Red with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 KU08 JUA, 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 KU08 JUA registered?

KU08 JUA is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is KU08 JUA safe to buy?

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