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D363 KYG

1987 BMW 525

Beige Petrol 2693cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2024
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

54,167 mi
Last recorded54,167 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2023
Typical for 1987 BMW 525128,107 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD363 KYG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1987
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,693cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2023 54,167 miles

Slight underbody surface corrosion

Fail 20 Dec 2023 54,156 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Slight underbody surface corrosion

Pass 25 Oct 2014 53,342 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Oct 2014 53,342 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

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

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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D363 KYG is a 1987 BMW 525 in Beige with a 2,693cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1987 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 128,107 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 D363 KYG, 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 39 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 D363 KYG?

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What year was D363 KYG registered?

D363 KYG is a 1987 BMW 525, first registered on 3 April 1987.

Is D363 KYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for D363 KYG shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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