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L734 OAL

1994 BMW 525

Red Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2024
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

96,537 mi
Last recorded96,537 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2023
Typical for 1994 BMW 525143,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL734 OAL
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 21 Nov 2023 96,537 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 96,395 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 96,375 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 96,341 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 96,305 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 96,274 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 96,243 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 96,217 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 96,206 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 96,101 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 96,054 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 95,945 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 95,913 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 95,860 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 95,811 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 95,756 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 96,197 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 95,130 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2005 94,501 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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L734 OAL is a 1994 BMW 525 in Red with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L734 OAL, 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 L734 OAL registered?

L734 OAL is a 1994 BMW 525, first registered on 26 March 1994.

Is L734 OAL safe to buy?

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