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LD08 WWH

2008 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

119,332 mi
Last recorded119,332 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD08 WWH
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 119,332 miles

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

Fail 25 Jun 2026 119,332 miles

Nearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2025 116,400 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 114,305 miles

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

Fail 25 Jun 2024 114,196 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2023 112,148 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 105,469 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 99,185 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2020 94,430 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2019 88,435 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 25 Jun 2019 88,434 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 19 Jun 2019 88,402 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2018 83,830 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2017 77,863 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 72,716 miles

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

all 4 brake discs corroded

brake pad warning lamp on

Pass 4 Jun 2015 68,709 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2014 60,627 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 53,571 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 46,962 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2011 39,449 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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LD08 WWH is a 2008 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LD08 WWH, 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 LD08 WWH registered?

LD08 WWH is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is LD08 WWH safe to buy?

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