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SF08 WSX

2008 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

172,715 mi
Last recorded172,715 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF08 WSX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2022 172,715 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front fog lamp not working

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all 4 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Dec 2021 155,224 miles

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

Fail 29 Dec 2021 155,224 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2454018 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On legal limit. 2454018 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Dec 2020 138,590 miles

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

Fail 29 Dec 2020 138,590 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut/split (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Dec 2019 122,662 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear of wheel (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear of wheel (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Dec 2018 104,744 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH front tyres inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH rear tyres 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jan 2018 84,325 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Jan 2017 63,040 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 56,284 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 54,176 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 44,414 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 35,057 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 14 Jul 2012 29,015 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 15,323 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 15,323 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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SF08 WSX is a 2008 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 SF08 WSX, 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 SF08 WSX registered?

SF08 WSX is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 24 March 2008.

Is SF08 WSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF08 WSX shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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