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WJ08 AXV

2008 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

133,726 mi
Last recorded133,726 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ08 AXV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2022 133,726 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 133,726 miles

n/s hand brake grabbing slightly

Pass 19 Feb 2020 127,430 miles

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2019 123,263 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Feb 2019 123,263 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 117,437 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 15 Feb 2017 111,124 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 104,298 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2015 94,321 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 83,418 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Feb 2013 73,193 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 61,560 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 51,656 miles

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

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

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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WJ08 AXV is a 2008 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 WJ08 AXV, 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 WJ08 AXV registered?

WJ08 AXV is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is WJ08 AXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ08 AXV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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