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MW57 OZE

2008 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

138,699 mi
Last recorded138,699 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW57 OZE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2019 138,699 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 133,923 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 116,558 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2017 116,558 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2016 100,730 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 93,270 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2015 93,270 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 85,094 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 74,974 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 59,001 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 41,890 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2010 38,306 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Nov 2010 38,306 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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MW57 OZE is a 2008 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 MW57 OZE, 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 MW57 OZE registered?

MW57 OZE is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 2 January 2008.

Is MW57 OZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW57 OZE shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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