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A693 RLG

1983 BMW 525

Bronze Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

144,733 mi
Last recorded144,733 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2021
Typical for 1983 BMW 525111,034 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA693 RLG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1983
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 9 Sep 2021 144,733 miles

Emissions not tested keeps cutting out (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both front sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2008 144,725 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2008 144,725 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2007 144,393 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 141,984 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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A693 RLG is a 1983 BMW 525 in Bronze with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A693 RLG, 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

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What year was A693 RLG registered?

A693 RLG is a 1983 BMW 525, first registered on 8 September 1983.

Is A693 RLG safe to buy?

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