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L221 XLT

1994 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

263,626 mi
Last recorded263,626 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2011
Typical for 1994 BMW 525143,242 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL221 XLT
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1994
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 7 Feb 2011 263,626 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Headlamp aim does not move downwards when dipped (British American headlamp) (1.8.C.4)

Pass 7 Feb 2011 263,626 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 258,654 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2008 248,470 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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L221 XLT is a 1994 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1994 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 143,242 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 L221 XLT, 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 32 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 L221 XLT registered?

L221 XLT is a 1994 BMW 525, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L221 XLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for L221 XLT shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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