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KW05 SRW

2008 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

159,270 mi
Last recorded159,270 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW05 SRW
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 159,270 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 151,672 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2024 146,207 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 137,546 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 25 Nov 2022 137,536 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted rubbing on shock (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 133,552 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 128,886 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2020 128,886 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2019 122,246 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2019 110,966 miles

Nearside Front jacking up rubber missing

under tray fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Jan 2019 110,966 miles

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

Nearside Front jacking up rubber missing

under tray fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jan 2018 98,982 miles

Nearside Front tyre inner edge wearing smooth

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear tyre outer wall damage

under tray fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jan 2017 87,869 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 82,538 miles

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

Fail 28 Jan 2016 82,538 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2015 72,943 miles

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

o/s and n/s rear tyres rubbing on rear trailing arms when rear wheels are off the ground

snow tyre fitted to o/s front

Pass 21 Feb 2014 60,569 miles

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

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

o/s/r tyre inner wall is cracking.

Pass 18 Feb 2013 48,614 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 15 Feb 2013 48,614 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

power steering fluid low

Pass 5 Mar 2012 36,778 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 36,307 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 27,162 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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KW05 SRW is a 2008 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 KW05 SRW, 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 KW05 SRW registered?

KW05 SRW is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 6 February 2008.

Is KW05 SRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW05 SRW shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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