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LJ58 HHA

2008 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

212,137 mi
Last recorded212,137 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ58 HHA
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 212,137 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2025 131,633 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2025 131,138 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2024 125,279 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2023 111,199 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 107,891 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Jul 2022 107,891 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2021 103,624 miles

Nearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Items removed from driver's view prior to test windscreen ()

Fail 29 Jun 2021 103,624 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))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Items removed from driver's view prior to test windscreen ()

Pass 7 Jul 2020 93,769 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 7 Jul 2020 93,769 miles

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

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2019 90,237 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

under trays fitted preventing full under body inspection

Pass 12 Sep 2018 86,549 miles

REASONS TO REFUSE TO TEST. Engine not at working temperature.

Fail 12 Sep 2018 86,549 miles

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

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

REASONS TO REFUSE TO TEST. Engine not at working temperature.

Pass 19 Sep 2017 81,684 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front deep cut in tread and tyre deteriorated

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

boot full

Fail 19 Sep 2017 81,684 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front deep cut in tread and tyre deteriorated

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

boot full

Pass 8 Jun 2016 77,746 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult seat belt

engine cover and undertrays fitted

offside front tyre showing signs of deteriorating

Fail 8 Jun 2016 77,746 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult seat belt

engine cover and undertrays fitted

offside rear tyre showing signs of deteriorating

Pass 4 Jun 2015 72,793 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jun 2014 69,090 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 59,129 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 43,802 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 31,858 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 31,858 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 HHA is a 2008 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 LJ58 HHA, 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 HHA registered?

LJ58 HHA is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is LJ58 HHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ58 HHA shows 24 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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