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FAD 88Y

1987 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2693cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

164,103 mi
Last recorded164,103 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2026
Typical for 1987 BMW 525128,107 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAD 88Y
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,693cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2026 164,103 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 162,810 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2023 162,005 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2022 161,433 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2021 159,937 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2020 159,370 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2019 158,301 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2018 156,539 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 154,266 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 152,600 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2014 150,835 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Nov 2014 150,835 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2013 149,229 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2012 147,426 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 143,441 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 139,485 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 131,196 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 120,788 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 112,845 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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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FAD 88Y is a 1987 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,693cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 FAD 88Y, 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

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What year was FAD 88Y registered?

FAD 88Y is a 1987 BMW 525, first registered on 20 November 1987.

Is FAD 88Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAD 88Y shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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