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LF08 AAE

2008 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

88,469 mi
Last recorded88,469 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF08 AAE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2023 88,469 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2023 88,466 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jul 2022 74,250 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively OSF&NSF (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jul 2022 74,229 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 245/40/R18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively OSF&NSF (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 73,206 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 69,036 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2019 64,837 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2018 59,951 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 56,380 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 52,693 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 50,376 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 46,772 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2013 41,648 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 36,860 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2011 32,029 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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LF08 AAE is a 2008 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 LF08 AAE, 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 LF08 AAE registered?

LF08 AAE is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 16 August 2008.

Is LF08 AAE safe to buy?

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