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D7 MBO

1994 BMW 525

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

305,556 mi
Last recorded305,556 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 1994 BMW 525143,242 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD7 MBO
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 305,556 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Feb 2025 299,489 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2024 293,424 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2023 287,505 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2023 287,222 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill separated from outer sill, Heavy ROT (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Heavy ROT (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Feb 2022 280,757 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 276,904 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 17 Feb 2021 276,786 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2020 272,234 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 263,462 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 255,448 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 250,454 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 244,155 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 239,414 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 234,644 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 229,826 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 221,289 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 212,855 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 203,620 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2010 203,583 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 12 Feb 2009 195,041 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 168,659 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 177,841 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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D7 MBO is a 1994 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1994 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 143,242 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 D7 MBO, 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 32 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 D7 MBO registered?

D7 MBO is a 1994 BMW 525, first registered on 31 December 1994.

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