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NC08 DWP

2008 BMW 525

Bronze Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

263,535 mi
Last recorded263,535 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC08 DWP
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 263,535 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2024 237,097 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 212,818 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 194,107 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 170,402 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 151,904 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 26 Sep 2020 151,904 miles

Central Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2019 130,131 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 108,062 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front 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))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2017 99,324 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 98,275 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

covers fitted to underside of vehicle

Pass 2 Mar 2016 92,961 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Jan 2015 87,129 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 84,801 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 May 2014 84,706 miles

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Apr 2013 79,629 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Apr 2012 64,307 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 49,881 miles

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

nearside rear brake disc slightly scored

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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NC08 DWP is a 2008 BMW 525 in Bronze with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 NC08 DWP, 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 NC08 DWP registered?

NC08 DWP is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 13 May 2008.

Is NC08 DWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for NC08 DWP shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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