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OO57 CMS

2008 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

95,155 mi
Last recorded95,155 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOO57 CMS
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 95,155 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 87,977 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 83,208 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2022 78,210 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 71,900 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 65,331 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 60,037 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 51,433 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 23 May 2018 51,342 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2017 46,762 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 43,476 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 39,414 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2015 39,409 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 May 2014 27,441 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Feb 2014 21,810 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jun 2013 19,605 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jun 2012 15,910 miles

Both front tyres feathered slightly on edges

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Sill trims fitted

Slight damage to n/s/front tyre outer wall

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Very slight damage to n/s/rear outer wheel rim

Pass 16 Jun 2011 13,127 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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OO57 CMS is a 2008 BMW 525 in Grey 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 OO57 CMS, 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 OO57 CMS?

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What year was OO57 CMS registered?

OO57 CMS is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 23 June 2008.

Is OO57 CMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for OO57 CMS 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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