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K942 FJD

1993 BMW 525

Red Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

149,940 mi
Last recorded149,940 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1993 BMW 525141,959 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK942 FJD
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 28 Aug 2025 149,940 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2022 149,921 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2021 149,549 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 148,970 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 147,540 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 145,084 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 142,764 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 134,316 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 126,181 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2014 120,763 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 117,892 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 112,833 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 107,261 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 102,790 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 97,857 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 92,032 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 85,046 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2006 76,610 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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K942 FJD is a 1993 BMW 525 in Red with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 K942 FJD, 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 K942 FJD?

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What year was K942 FJD registered?

K942 FJD is a 1993 BMW 525, first registered on 16 March 1993.

Is K942 FJD safe to buy?

The MOT history for K942 FJD shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does K942 FJD have outstanding finance?

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