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LL08 UPV

2008 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

153,956 mi
Last recorded153,956 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL08 UPV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2021 153,956 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 147,870 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 139,424 miles

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

Fail 14 Nov 2019 139,424 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2018 126,854 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 114,059 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 99,352 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2016 99,352 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2015 85,133 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 84,815 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 76,070 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 66,915 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2013 66,885 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre worn uneven on inner edge

Pass 21 Dec 2011 49,120 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 34,679 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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LL08 UPV is a 2008 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LL08 UPV, 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.

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What year was LL08 UPV registered?

LL08 UPV is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is LL08 UPV safe to buy?

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