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ST57 UXD

2008 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

157,243 mi
Last recorded157,243 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST57 UXD
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2024 157,243 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 145,677 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2022 137,706 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2021 129,235 miles

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

Fail 2 Feb 2021 129,235 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2019 119,987 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 110,236 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 103,697 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 103,697 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 99,466 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 91,370 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Apr 2014 82,459 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Apr 2013 72,415 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 65,159 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 51,808 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 41,669 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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ST57 UXD 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 87.5%.

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 ST57 UXD, 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 ST57 UXD?

You can check the full history of ST57 UXD by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was ST57 UXD registered?

ST57 UXD is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 18 January 2008.

Is ST57 UXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST57 UXD shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ST57 UXD have outstanding finance?

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