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LK58 DKX

2008 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

60,673 mi
Last recorded60,673 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK58 DKX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 60,673 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2026 60,673 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jan 2025 59,399 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 57,114 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 55,309 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Feb 2022 53,438 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2021 49,727 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 47,899 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 42,583 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2018 36,430 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 30,679 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 25,827 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2016 25,827 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 5 Jan 2015 22,594 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2015 22,594 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 23 Jan 2014 18,701 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 15,434 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 11,834 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 8,744 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 5,547 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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LK58 DKX is a 2008 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 LK58 DKX, 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 LK58 DKX registered?

LK58 DKX is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 1 November 2008.

Is LK58 DKX safe to buy?

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Does LK58 DKX have outstanding finance?

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