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LM08 LBK

2008 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

228,561 mi
Last recorded228,561 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 LBK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2021 228,561 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 209,299 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Oct 2019 195,032 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 180,441 miles

Emission is very clean can not detect

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Oct 2017 171,025 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)

n/s front tyre splitting on inner side wall

Pass 18 Oct 2016 159,853 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2016 159,853 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working side wing (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Oct 2015 147,590 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 135,290 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 122,653 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Sep 2012 107,550 miles

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

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 93,021 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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LM08 LBK is a 2008 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 LM08 LBK, 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 LM08 LBK registered?

LM08 LBK is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 19 June 2008.

Is LM08 LBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM08 LBK shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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