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LB57 PHA

2008 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

153,690 mi
Last recorded153,690 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB57 PHA
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2021 153,690 miles

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

under trays fitted

Fail 20 Feb 2021 153,690 miles

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

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

under trays fitted

Pass 22 Feb 2020 150,782 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2019 138,954 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Mar 2018 127,078 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

under trays fitted

Pass 3 Mar 2017 114,202 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear lower (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 103,290 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 98,873 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 20 Jan 2014 89,591 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2012 82,668 miles

front tyres wearing on egdes.

Pass 9 May 2011 61,169 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 61,169 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 23 Nov 2010 54,010 miles

front brake discs slightly worn

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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LB57 PHA is a 2008 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LB57 PHA, 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 LB57 PHA registered?

LB57 PHA is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 13 January 2008.

Is LB57 PHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB57 PHA shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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