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V66 CHT

2008 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

97,554 mi
Last recorded97,554 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV66 CHT
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 97,554 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 95,735 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 94,760 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 92,857 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2021 90,494 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 88,762 miles

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

gearbox oil leak.

rear diff oil leak.

Fail 9 Nov 2020 88,762 miles

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

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

gearbox oil leak.

rear diff oil leak.

Pass 12 Nov 2019 85,730 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 80,422 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Nov 2018 80,422 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2017 76,860 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 70,764 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 64,841 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 59,173 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 51,689 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 46,824 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 39,148 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 32,550 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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V66 CHT is a 2008 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 V66 CHT, 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 V66 CHT registered?

V66 CHT is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 22 February 2008.

Is V66 CHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for V66 CHT shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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