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WR08 OUJ

2008 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

143,271 mi
Last recorded143,271 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR08 OUJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2021 143,271 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2021 143,249 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

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

dpf light on

large under trays

Pass 21 Jan 2020 135,986 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 130,725 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2018 122,627 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2017 112,895 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2017 112,894 miles

Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 102,995 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 94,849 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

plastic covers on bodysills

Pass 14 Apr 2014 85,207 miles

All 4 tyre valves perished

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Both rear tyres are badly worn on the inner edge but not showing cordes

Pass 15 May 2013 73,745 miles

Slight cut and nail in nearside front tyre.

Pass 30 Apr 2012 57,651 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 May 2011 46,215 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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WR08 OUJ is a 2008 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 WR08 OUJ, 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 WR08 OUJ registered?

WR08 OUJ is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 15 May 2008.

Is WR08 OUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR08 OUJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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