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MM57 JXG

2008 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

113,852 mi
Last recorded113,852 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2016
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM57 JXG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2016 113,852 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn balb on inner edge, has cuts on tread and side wall very perished 3mm

Plastic under trays fitted obscuring view of underside

Fail 18 Feb 2016 113,623 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn balb on inner edge, has cuts on tread and side wall very perished 3mm

Plastic under trays fitted obscuring view of underside

Pass 12 Feb 2015 170,249 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Feb 2015 170,249 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Fail 13 Feb 2014 155,614 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front shockabsorbers protective gaiters split

Pass 13 Feb 2014 155,614 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

front shockabsorbers protective gaiters split

Pass 20 Feb 2013 143,206 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

rear brake discs fairly worn

Pass 20 Feb 2012 132,151 miles

n/s rear tyre worn low 2.5mm

Pass 8 Feb 2011 70,045 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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MM57 JXG is a 2008 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 MM57 JXG, 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

How do I check the history of MM57 JXG?

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What year was MM57 JXG registered?

MM57 JXG is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 18 February 2008.

Is MM57 JXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM57 JXG shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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