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LJ58 EAG

2008 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

122,963 mi
Last recorded122,963 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ58 EAG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2019 122,963 miles

undertray fitted

Pass 18 Aug 2018 120,795 miles

Undertray and engine covers fitted

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view n/s has stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Aug 2018 120,795 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Undertray and engine covers fitted

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view n/s has stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 115,552 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 105,369 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 8 Aug 2015 94,795 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Aug 2014 89,685 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Aug 2013 83,465 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 79,356 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 59,014 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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LJ58 EAG is a 2008 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LJ58 EAG, 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 LJ58 EAG registered?

LJ58 EAG is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is LJ58 EAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ58 EAG shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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