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K798 OKC

1993 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

27,577 mi
Last recorded27,577 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2018
Typical for 1993 BMW 525141,959 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK798 OKC
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2018 27,577 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 27,229 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 26,680 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 26,393 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 25,966 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2012 25,479 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 25,102 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 24,598 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 24,158 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 23,674 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2007 22,952 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Feb 2007 22,952 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 22,425 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2006 22,425 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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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K798 OKC is a 1993 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1993 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 141,959 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 K798 OKC, 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 33 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 K798 OKC?

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What year was K798 OKC registered?

K798 OKC is a 1993 BMW 525, first registered on 1 March 1993.

Is K798 OKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for K798 OKC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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