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LN08 PHA

2008 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

83,314 mi
Last recorded83,314 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2015
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN08 PHA
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2015 83,314 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 78,292 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 73,264 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 70,669 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2012 70,663 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)

o/s/f tyre wearing on iside edge

Pass 8 Apr 2011 48,637 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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LN08 PHA is a 2008 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LN08 PHA, 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 LN08 PHA registered?

LN08 PHA is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 18 March 2008.

Is LN08 PHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN08 PHA shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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