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S80 MKP

2008 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

166,090 mi
Last recorded166,090 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS80 MKP
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 166,090 miles
Fail 29 May 2026 166,090 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2025 151,751 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2024 145,626 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2023 141,982 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 138,181 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 May 2021 132,836 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 May 2021 132,659 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible both lamps have aftermarket kits fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged both tyres outer sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn and on approx 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres age cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 127,329 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 120,445 miles

Nearside Front antiroll bar link boot pin hole

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Mar 2018 114,628 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2018 114,628 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Mar 2017 109,075 miles

Covers and shields fitted to vehicle

Fail 20 Mar 2017 109,072 miles

Front Service brake juddering severely (3.7.C.2)

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

Covers and shields fitted to vehicle

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 101,996 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2016 101,996 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak(s)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 94,343 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Mar 2015 94,299 miles

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

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

exhaust particulate filter warning on dash

Pass 18 Mar 2014 82,566 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 65,006 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2012 48,911 miles

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)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 33,850 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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S80 MKP is a 2008 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 S80 MKP, 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 S80 MKP registered?

S80 MKP is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is S80 MKP safe to buy?

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