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LKZ 5261

1998 BMW 525

Green Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

148,943 mi
Last recorded148,943 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2009
Typical for 1998 BMW 525140,771 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLKZ 5261
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2009 148,943 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 31 Dec 2008 137,345 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 123,643 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2008 123,643 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Fail 3 Jan 2008 123,614 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2007 117,352 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 112,537 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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LKZ 5261 is a 1998 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 140,771 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 LKZ 5261, 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 28 years old, this BMW 525 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LKZ 5261?

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What year was LKZ 5261 registered?

LKZ 5261 is a 1998 BMW 525, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is LKZ 5261 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LKZ 5261 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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