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LP08 PGY

2008 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

173,576 mi
Last recorded173,576 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP08 PGY
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2024 173,576 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear dip leak

Pass 9 Aug 2023 167,156 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 160,021 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 154,079 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 148,120 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 140,689 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 131,142 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 121,918 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2017 121,918 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 115,622 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Front bush on brake reaction arm. (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked. (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 109,229 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 100,080 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jul 2013 93,410 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2012 83,203 miles

Chip in the windscreen

Pass 26 Jul 2011 63,232 miles

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

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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LP08 PGY is a 2008 BMW 525 in Grey with a 3,000cc 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 LP08 PGY, 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 LP08 PGY registered?

LP08 PGY is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 30 July 2008.

Is LP08 PGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP08 PGY 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.

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