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MC08 ZDV

2008 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

154,339 mi
Last recorded154,339 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC08 ZDV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2023 154,339 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 4 Oct 2023 154,339 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 12 Aug 2022 143,403 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 136,934 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 132,149 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 124,526 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 120,379 miles

Front Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush both sides front (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear (2.4.G.2)

Fail 13 Feb 2018 120,374 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush both sides front (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Jan 2017 117,860 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2016 115,172 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 109,438 miles

Nearside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 101,496 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 101,496 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 92,457 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 82,412 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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MC08 ZDV is a 2008 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MC08 ZDV, 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 MC08 ZDV registered?

MC08 ZDV is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is MC08 ZDV safe to buy?

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