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BI5046J

1999 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2011
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

252,356 mi
Last recorded252,356 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2010
Typical for 1999 BMW 525130,049 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBI5046J
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 11 Oct 2010 252,356 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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BI5046J is a 1999 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 130,049 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 BI5046J, 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 27 years old, this BMW 525 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BI5046J registered?

BI5046J is a 1999 BMW 525, first registered on 16 March 1999.

Is BI5046J safe to buy?

The MOT history for BI5046J shows 1 test 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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