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F289 LYJ

1989 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2008
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

188,209 mi
Last recorded188,209 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2007
Typical for 1989 BMW 525138,587 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF289 LYJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 11 Jun 2007 188,209 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 186,452 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

rear exhaust box outer skin corroding

Pass 9 Mar 2006 179,575 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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F289 LYJ is a 1989 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 138,587 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 F289 LYJ, 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 37 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 F289 LYJ?

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What year was F289 LYJ registered?

F289 LYJ is a 1989 BMW 525, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F289 LYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F289 LYJ 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.

Does F289 LYJ have outstanding finance?

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