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LX08 KWT

2008 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

161,601 mi
Last recorded161,601 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 KWT
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2023 161,601 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Dec 2022 161,571 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Dec 2021 154,465 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 146,884 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides front (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Dec 2020 146,882 miles

Suspension component ball joint excessively worn Both front lower rearmost ball joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))

MIL illuminated.

Reverse lamps not working.

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 134,061 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2019 134,026 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2018 123,142 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 119,700 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 119,614 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 117,981 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 100,223 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2013 100,223 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 83,700 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 61,994 miles

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

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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LX08 KWT is a 2008 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LX08 KWT, 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 LX08 KWT registered?

LX08 KWT is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 26 June 2008.

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