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LH08 AXU

2008 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

111,530 mi
Last recorded111,530 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLH08 AXU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2023 111,530 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 110,779 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 21 Mar 2022 110,779 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))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2021 108,727 miles

both front anti roll bar link arm top dust covers deteriorating

both rear tyres worn on edges and perishing

engine oil leak

offside rear shock slight leak

slight wear to both front lower suspension arm rear bushes

Pass 25 Mar 2020 105,161 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 97,629 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 88,247 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2017 79,345 miles

Under-trays fitted.

Pass 10 Mar 2016 69,050 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 19 Mar 2015 59,726 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Mar 2014 50,318 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f tyre tread starting to seperate.

Pass 27 Mar 2013 41,346 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 30,030 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 19,860 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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LH08 AXU is a 2008 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 LH08 AXU, 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.

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What year was LH08 AXU registered?

LH08 AXU is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is LH08 AXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LH08 AXU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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