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XX06 KLB

2008 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

108,699 mi
Last recorded108,699 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 52598,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXX06 KLB
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 108,699 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2024 95,925 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2023 83,382 miles

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 69,277 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 59,540 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 55,758 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 52,187 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 47,608 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 42,907 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 36,646 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 31,487 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Fail 24 Sep 2015 31,487 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 28,847 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Sep 2013 27,361 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 25,058 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 23,334 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 19,040 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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XX06 KLB is a 2008 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 XX06 KLB, 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 XX06 KLB registered?

XX06 KLB is a 2008 BMW 525, first registered on 22 March 2008.

Is XX06 KLB safe to buy?

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