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LE57 HFT

2008 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

183,208 mi
Last recorded183,208 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE57 HFT
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 183,208 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2025 183,144 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2024 180,235 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2023 175,706 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2022 172,024 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2021 169,821 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 166,507 miles

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

Fail 18 Nov 2020 166,507 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2019 156,631 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 138,819 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2017 125,903 miles

Nearside front tyre worn on both edges void of tread

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts (3.5.1i)

Fail 24 Oct 2017 125,903 miles

Nearside Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside front tyre worn on both edges void of tread

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Nov 2016 116,093 miles

Nearside Rear tyre on inner edge slight wear

Pass 19 Nov 2015 106,924 miles

child seats fitted

Fail 19 Nov 2015 106,921 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

child seats fitted

Pass 27 Oct 2014 97,014 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 18 Nov 2013 89,137 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

both front tyres worn inner edge

both rear tyres worn inner edge

Pass 21 Nov 2012 81,860 miles

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

front discs lipped

rear brake discs lipped

Pass 22 Nov 2011 73,475 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 23 Nov 2010 63,035 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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)

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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LE57 HFT is a 2008 BMW 525 in Blue 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 LE57 HFT, 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 LE57 HFT registered?

LE57 HFT is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 1 February 2008.

Is LE57 HFT safe to buy?

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