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LJ08 KLK

2008 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

156,570 mi
Last recorded156,570 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 KLK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2025 156,570 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2024 152,601 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2024 152,512 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Jan 2024 152,512 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2023 144,065 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 139,057 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2021 132,930 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Feb 2021 132,929 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2020 129,304 miles

Engine covers and body under trays installed restrict view of some components

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated ball joint grease leak sign (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Inner tie rod joint to rack slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated ball joint grease leak sign (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2019 121,560 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2018 112,513 miles

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

under trays fitted

Pass 13 Feb 2017 104,252 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 91,726 miles

CHIP IN SCREEN

FRONT PADS WORN LOW

N/S/R TYRE WORN

Pass 26 May 2015 80,782 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 68,740 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2013 62,706 miles

REAR BRAKE PADS DOWN TO 4-5MM...

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

Pass 25 May 2012 48,206 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 54,596 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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LJ08 KLK is a 2008 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LJ08 KLK, 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 LJ08 KLK registered?

LJ08 KLK is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 4 July 2008.

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