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G616 XLX

1989 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

168,096 mi
Last recorded168,096 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2019
Typical for 1989 BMW 525138,587 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG616 XLX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2019 168,096 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced JACKING PIONT (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced JACKING PIONT (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 160,145 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2018 160,145 miles

Nearside Front fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 159,070 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 158,593 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 157,872 miles

centre exhaust box housing rubbers perished

Pass 10 Jun 2014 150,398 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 149,694 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 128,630 miles

light corrosion to o/s/f jacking point

Pass 20 May 2011 104,500 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 May 2010 97,207 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 89,412 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 88,884 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2008 88,884 miles

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

front and rear brake pads wearing low.

Pass 2 Feb 2007 87,301 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 85,073 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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G616 XLX is a 1989 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 G616 XLX, 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

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What year was G616 XLX registered?

G616 XLX is a 1989 BMW 525, first registered on 20 September 1989.

Is G616 XLX safe to buy?

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