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MK08 ZSZ

2008 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

192,436 mi
Last recorded192,436 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK08 ZSZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 192,436 miles

ENGINE COVERS AND UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 26 Apr 2025 184,916 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 174,234 miles

ENGINE COVERS AND UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 20 May 2023 165,880 miles

ENGINE COVERS AND UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 1 Jun 2022 157,078 miles

ENGINE COVERS AND UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 7 May 2021 147,743 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 141,699 miles

undertrays fitted under vehicle not allowing full inspection of components

Fail 26 Jun 2020 141,698 miles

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

undertrays fitted under vehicle not allowing full inspection of components

Pass 5 Aug 2019 133,544 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 18 Aug 2018 121,858 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2018 121,412 miles

Brake cable has restricted free movement need adjustment (1.1.15 (e))

Nearside Front Intermediate drop arm deformed to the extent that steering is affected drop link (2.1.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear wheel inner contaminated with greeze

Pass 16 Jun 2018 120,535 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 110,045 miles

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

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

under trays engine covers fitted obscuring some items

Pass 8 Jun 2016 94,560 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

UNDER TRAYS +ENGINE COVERS FITTED OBSCURING SOME ITEMS

Pass 4 Jun 2015 77,814 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Jun 2015 77,814 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jun 2014 65,491 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Jun 2014 65,491 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jun 2013 53,305 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jul 2012 37,040 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 23,818 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 22,786 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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MK08 ZSZ is a 2008 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 MK08 ZSZ, 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 MK08 ZSZ registered?

MK08 ZSZ is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is MK08 ZSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK08 ZSZ shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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