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SEZ 2661

2008 BMW 525

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2025
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

105,305 mi
Last recorded105,305 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSEZ 2661
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Fail 2 Dec 2025 105,305 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 19 Nov 2024 103,866 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides, inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Mar 2024 103,811 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Nov 2023 103,773 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm- front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside 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 Outer Brake lining(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

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Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective light illuminated on dash (1.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge balding inside, on very edge inside (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear 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 front arm- front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge balding inside, on very edge inside (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2022 102,276 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2021 99,056 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively corrosion on edges (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Oct 2021 99,056 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively corrosion on edges (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 96,854 miles

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement light perishing on bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement light perishing on bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Oct 2020 96,854 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement light perishing on bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement light perishing on bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 93,804 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Pass 20 Sep 2018 89,548 miles

undertrays fitted

Fail 14 Sep 2018 89,542 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 8 Sep 2017 85,511 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 81,620 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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SEZ 2661 is a 2008 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 SEZ 2661, 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 SEZ 2661 registered?

SEZ 2661 is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 23 February 2008.

Is SEZ 2661 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SEZ 2661 shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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