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LG58 AAU

2008 BMW 525

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

144,504 mi
Last recorded144,504 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG58 AAU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2023 144,504 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 136,454 miles

Front tyres deteriorated

Pass 14 Dec 2020 120,209 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2020 120,209 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 107,297 miles

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

auxillary belt tensioner possibly failing, recommend replacing.

Pass 18 May 2018 93,249 miles

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

centre stop lamp missing

Pass 31 May 2017 83,494 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 73,235 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 73,235 miles

Nearside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 65,180 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 57,408 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2014 57,408 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Fail 14 Jun 2013 47,626 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 47,626 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 38,715 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 33,287 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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LG58 AAU is a 2008 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LG58 AAU, 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 LG58 AAU registered?

LG58 AAU is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 4 September 2008.

Is LG58 AAU safe to buy?

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