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E648 FJB

1988 BMW 525

White Petrol 2693cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

160,883 mi
Last recorded160,883 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2013
Typical for 1988 BMW 525132,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE648 FJB
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,693cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 17 Aug 2013 160,883 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 158,918 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 154,966 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 151,487 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 147,913 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 145,005 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 139,345 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 135,713 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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E648 FJB is a 1988 BMW 525 in White with a 2,693cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 E648 FJB, 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 E648 FJB?

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What year was E648 FJB registered?

E648 FJB is a 1988 BMW 525, first registered on 13 January 1988.

Is E648 FJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for E648 FJB shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E648 FJB have outstanding finance?

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