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WU08 CLY

2008 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2023
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

182,180 mi
Last recorded182,180 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU08 CLY
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 25 Nov 2022 182,180 miles

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 175,645 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2020 166,603 miles

Nearside Front play in nsf rear arm rear bush

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

Pass 28 May 2019 116,033 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 105,158 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 99,908 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 98,929 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 86,691 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 79,819 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 74,951 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all tyres cracking between tread

Pass 13 Jun 2013 69,939 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Jun 2012 62,189 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 46,916 miles

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 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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WU08 CLY is a 2008 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WU08 CLY, 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 WU08 CLY?

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What year was WU08 CLY registered?

WU08 CLY is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 12 June 2008.

Is WU08 CLY safe to buy?

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