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A250 GVM

1983 BMW 525

Green Petrol 2693cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

153,584 mi
Last recorded153,584 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2017
Typical for 1983 BMW 525111,034 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA250 GVM
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,693cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2017 153,584 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 153,096 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 152,369 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 152,234 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 148,682 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 148,489 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 144,899 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 138,462 miles

slight misting of fluid 0n near side rear shockerrear discs and pads showing wear

Fail 24 Aug 2006 138,462 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

slight misting of fluid 0n near side rear shockerrear discs and pads showing wear

Pass 25 Aug 2005 132,526 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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A250 GVM is a 1983 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,693cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1983 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 111,034 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 A250 GVM, 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 43 years old, this BMW 525 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A250 GVM?

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What year was A250 GVM registered?

A250 GVM is a 1983 BMW 525, first registered on 16 August 1983.

Is A250 GVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A250 GVM shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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