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L680 TBP

1993 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

236,901 mi
Last recorded236,901 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2007
Typical for 1993 BMW 525141,959 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL680 TBP
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 11 Oct 2007 236,901 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 May 2006 133,240 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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L680 TBP is a 1993 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 L680 TBP, 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

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What year was L680 TBP registered?

L680 TBP is a 1993 BMW 525, first registered on 1 December 1993.

Is L680 TBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L680 TBP shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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