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LR08 ORX

2008 BMW 525

Bronze Petrol 2693cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

52,225 mi
Last recorded52,225 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR08 ORX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,693cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 52,225 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 48,840 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 28 Feb 2024 40,621 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 39,388 miles

Nearside Rear tyre is worn on the inner tread

Offside Rear tyre is starting to crack on the tread

both front tyre are cracking on the tread

front brake discs have a lip

front brake pads are worn low

Pass 11 Feb 2021 37,923 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has slight sidewall damage and has slight wear on the inner tread

front inner brake pads are worn

Pass 14 Feb 2020 36,517 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has slight sidewall damage and slight wear on the inner edge

front inner brake pads are wearing

Pass 14 Feb 2019 33,551 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 31,234 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 28,707 miles

Nearside Front tyre is wearing on the inner and outer tread

Offside Front tyre is starting to wear on the outer tread

rear brake pads are worn

Pass 18 Feb 2016 25,978 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 22,970 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 20,011 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2013 17,433 miles

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

both rear tyres are starting to wear on the inside tread

wiper blades

Pass 25 Feb 2013 17,433 miles

both rear tyres are starting to wear on the inside tread

wiper blades

Pass 7 Mar 2011 11,201 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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LR08 ORX is a 2008 BMW 525 in Bronze with a 2,693cc 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 LR08 ORX, 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 LR08 ORX registered?

LR08 ORX is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is LR08 ORX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR08 ORX 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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