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E415 FPK

1988 BMW 525

Red Petrol 2693cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2008
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

235,973 mi
Last recorded235,973 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2007
Typical for 1988 BMW 525132,294 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE415 FPK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,693cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 6 Aug 2007 235,973 miles

11 spots of corrosion + petrol pipes & brakes

Pass 5 Aug 2006 230,511 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2005 226,067 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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E415 FPK is a 1988 BMW 525 in Red with a 2,693cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 132,294 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 E415 FPK, 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 38 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 E415 FPK?

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What year was E415 FPK registered?

E415 FPK is a 1988 BMW 525, first registered on 5 January 1988.

Is E415 FPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for E415 FPK shows 3 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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