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G746 RCK

1990 BMW 525

White Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

123,104 mi
Last recorded123,104 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 1990 BMW 525137,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG746 RCK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 123,104 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded All pipes ()

Vehicle very dry underneath on floors and the suspension

Pass 5 Feb 2025 122,785 miles

all brake discs corroding

Pass 30 Jul 2020 122,756 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 122,738 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

front to rear fuel pipes slightly corroded

Fail 26 Jul 2019 122,713 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

front to rear fuel pipes slightly corroded

Pass 27 Jul 2018 122,694 miles

Central Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Fail 24 Jul 2018 122,694 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Central Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2017 122,671 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.2.6)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 122,657 miles

Offside Rear fuel pipes corroded

Pass 24 Jul 2015 122,609 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 23 Jul 2014 122,587 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 25 Jul 2013 122,523 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Fail 24 Jul 2013 122,507 miles

Horn control insecure (1.6.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 18 Jul 2012 122,186 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 121,480 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 120,858 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 119,884 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 117,974 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 115,281 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 112,954 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2005 108,519 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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G746 RCK is a 1990 BMW 525 in White with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 G746 RCK, 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 G746 RCK registered?

G746 RCK is a 1990 BMW 525, first registered on 10 May 1990.

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