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LN08 PVZ

2008 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Dec 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

127,766 mi
Last recorded127,766 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN08 PVZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2025 127,766 miles

Nearside Front 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))

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

Fail 20 Dec 2025 127,766 miles

Nearside Front 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))

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Dec 2024 111,385 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 95,865 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 92,650 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2021 91,411 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 90,660 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 83,496 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 78,397 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 73,078 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 67,352 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2015 61,717 miles

front tyres wearing uneven

Pass 6 Feb 2014 55,365 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 47,165 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 30,274 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 PVZ is a 2008 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 PVZ, 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 PVZ registered?

LN08 PVZ is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is LN08 PVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN08 PVZ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LN08 PVZ have outstanding finance?

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