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LJ58 NPK

2008 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

132,086 mi
Last recorded132,086 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ58 NPK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 132,086 miles

Nearside Outer sill not fully inspected due to covers

Offside Outer sill not fully inspected due to covers

vital components underside not fully inspected due to covers

Pass 9 Aug 2024 127,627 miles

vital components underside not fully inspected due to covers

Pass 15 Aug 2023 124,225 miles

Nearside Outer sill not fully inspected due to covers

Nearside Rear cv gator slight leak

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

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

Offside Outer sill not fully inspected due to covers

Offside Rear cv gator slight leak

rear differential slight leak

vital components underside not fully inspected due to covers

Pass 20 Sep 2022 118,918 miles

both rear cv joints leaking grease for metal casing

Fail 12 Sep 2022 118,913 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

both rear cv joints leaking grease for metal casing

Pass 23 Aug 2021 115,654 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2021 115,654 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 113,076 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2020 113,072 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 110,885 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 106,632 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 10,145 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 95,556 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 91,726 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 87,321 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 81,537 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 62,956 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 46,802 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 46,802 miles

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

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 NPK is a 2008 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 NPK, 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

How do I check the history of LJ58 NPK?

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What year was LJ58 NPK registered?

LJ58 NPK is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 13 September 2008.

Is LJ58 NPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ58 NPK shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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