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H336 SWP

1991 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

112,530 mi
Last recorded112,530 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2013
Typical for 1991 BMW 525143,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH336 SWP
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 15 Jun 2013 112,530 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2013 112,530 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 102,549 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 92,592 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 92,592 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose (3.3.A.1b)

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Pass 14 May 2010 89,672 miles

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

Fail 14 May 2010 89,672 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 84,131 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 84,131 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 May 2008 77,836 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 71,862 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2006 64,077 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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H336 SWP is a 1991 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1991 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 143,638 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 H336 SWP, 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 35 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 H336 SWP?

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What year was H336 SWP registered?

H336 SWP is a 1991 BMW 525, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is H336 SWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for H336 SWP shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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