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VU08 HWN

2008 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

164,019 mi
Last recorded164,019 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU08 HWN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2023 164,019 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 159,606 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2022 159,604 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Aug 2021 153,718 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 149,043 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 142,908 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 138,355 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 131,123 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 119,526 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 109,979 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 94,438 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 86,310 miles

Both rear outter drive sharft gators leaking slightly.

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 71,685 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 55,882 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 40,227 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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VU08 HWN is a 2008 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 VU08 HWN, 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.

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What year was VU08 HWN registered?

VU08 HWN is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is VU08 HWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU08 HWN shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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