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OV08 WEH

2008 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

133,823 mi
Last recorded133,823 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 WEH
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2023 133,823 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2023 133,823 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 121,078 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 111,880 miles

engine cover, under tray and under sill cover fitted

Pass 13 Jun 2019 94,062 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jun 2018 85,031 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 77,132 miles

Front front discs worn corroded inner face

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear low 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 12 Jun 2017 77,132 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front front discs worn corroded inner face

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear low 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 71,649 miles

engine oil leak

under trays fitted some components not checked

Fail 14 Jun 2016 71,649 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

engine oil leak

under trays fitted some components not checked

Pass 8 May 2015 60,122 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 May 2014 52,492 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 May 2013 45,985 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 37,750 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 27,736 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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OV08 WEH is a 2008 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OV08 WEH, 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 OV08 WEH?

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What year was OV08 WEH registered?

OV08 WEH is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 2 June 2008.

Is OV08 WEH safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV08 WEH shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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