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A842 DPF

1983 BMW 525

Green Petrol 2693cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2025
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

110,423 mi
Last recorded110,423 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2024
Typical for 1983 BMW 525111,034 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA842 DPF
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,693cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 2 Nov 2024 110,423 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 110,370 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 110,330 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 110,186 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 110,044 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 109,845 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 109,067 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 109,021 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 108,957 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 108,862 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 108,555 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 108,334 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 107,984 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 107,764 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 107,404 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 106,985 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 106,711 miles

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

slight play in steering idler

Pass 25 Oct 2007 106,315 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 105,649 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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A842 DPF is a 1983 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,693cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 A842 DPF, 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 A842 DPF?

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What year was A842 DPF registered?

A842 DPF is a 1983 BMW 525, first registered on 22 September 1983.

Is A842 DPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A842 DPF shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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