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M108 PFV

1994 BMW 525

Green Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

125,778 mi
Last recorded125,778 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2010
Typical for 1994 BMW 525143,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM108 PFV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2010 125,778 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both rear tyres wearing on inside edge

front fog lamp has damaged lense

interior is very loose

plastic covered sills limits inspection

Pass 8 Jan 2007 122,062 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2005 121,853 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2005 121,851 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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M108 PFV is a 1994 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,498cc 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 M108 PFV, 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

How do I check the history of M108 PFV?

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What year was M108 PFV registered?

M108 PFV is a 1994 BMW 525, first registered on 19 August 1994.

Is M108 PFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M108 PFV 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.

Does M108 PFV have outstanding finance?

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