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SC08 UEO

2008 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

147,820 mi
Last recorded147,820 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC08 UEO
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2020 147,820 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 hose slightly damaged n/s & o/s (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect n/s & o/s (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 11 Dec 2020 147,810 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged n/s & o/s (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect n/s & o/s (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 May 2019 130,767 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 119,192 miles
Fail 5 May 2018 118,943 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 10 May 2017 108,452 miles

engine cover fitted

undertrays fitted

Fail 10 May 2017 108,451 miles

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

engine cover fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 30 Apr 2016 96,396 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 85,869 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 75,782 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 63,296 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 51,296 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 38,089 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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SC08 UEO is a 2008 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,993cc 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 SC08 UEO, 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 SC08 UEO registered?

SC08 UEO is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 20 June 2008.

Is SC08 UEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC08 UEO 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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