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K144 XOV

1992 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

99,707 mi
Last recorded99,707 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2016
Typical for 1992 BMW 525144,625 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK144 XOV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2016 99,707 miles

Nearside Front age cracks in outer side wall

Pass 10 Mar 2015 97,510 miles

age cracks in all four tyre side walls and treads

Pass 11 Dec 2013 97,143 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 95,021 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 15 Nov 2012 95,013 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 94,610 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 24 Jun 2010 94,452 miles

offside front drive shaft inner boot split.

Pass 15 Jun 2009 93,706 miles

offside front inner driveshaft boot split.

Pass 26 Jun 2008 91,966 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 90,017 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 May 2006 86,761 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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K144 XOV is a 1992 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1992 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 144,625 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 K144 XOV, 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 34 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 K144 XOV registered?

K144 XOV is a 1992 BMW 525, first registered on 9 November 1992.

Is K144 XOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for K144 XOV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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