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G334 VYN

1990 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

73,144 mi
Last recorded73,144 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2020
Typical for 1990 BMW 525137,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG334 VYN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2020 73,144 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 72,731 miles

exhaust centre section outer skin corroded

Pass 21 Dec 2018 71,962 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nearside/offside ()

Pass 22 Dec 2017 71,371 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 68,274 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 68,028 miles

front no plate cracked

offside rear lens slightly cracked

tyres 225/60r15 both front worn on edge nearside rear 2.5mm

Pass 21 Jun 2014 6,778 miles

front no plate cracked

tyres 225/60r15 both front 2mm nearside rear 2.5mm offside rear 3mm

Fail 21 Jun 2014 6,778 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front no plate cracked

tyres 225/60r15 both front 2mm nearside rear 2.5mm offside rear 3mm

Pass 22 Jun 2013 67,337 miles

dash lights not working

front no plate cracked

sills covered

Fail 22 Jun 2013 6,733 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

dash lights not working

front no plate cracked

sills covered

Pass 14 Apr 2012 66,994 miles

both front tyres worn on edge

Pass 20 Apr 2011 66,335 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 65,833 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 65,355 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 64,539 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2008 64,539 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 63,161 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 61,461 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2006 61,461 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

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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G334 VYN is a 1990 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1990 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 137,620 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 G334 VYN, 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 36 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 G334 VYN registered?

G334 VYN is a 1990 BMW 525, first registered on 24 May 1990.

Is G334 VYN safe to buy?

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