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M253 XBV

1995 BMW 525

Red Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

124,230 mi
Last recorded124,230 miles
Recorded on4 May 2023
Typical for 1995 BMW 525140,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM253 XBV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2023 124,230 miles

Coil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Slight cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Slightly split (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 May 2022 123,525 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear and at rear of vehicle pipes are covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded All 4 springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres have slight cracking between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Apr 2022 123,252 miles

Brake performance not tested Due to leak from pipe (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function Spring lower mount on shock excessively corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear and at rear of vehicle pipes are covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded All 4 springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres have slight cracking between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 122,139 miles

Coil spring corroded All four springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2020 121,150 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight cracks between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight cracks between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Valve stem slightly damaged N/S/F, N/S/R & O/S/R damaged/cracked rubber (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 119,722 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Near & off side slightly scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2018 117,937 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N & O/S (3.5.1i)

Fail 1 May 2018 117,937 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N & O/S (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 May 2017 115,496 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 113,762 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 111,450 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 107,751 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 104,077 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 101,275 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 98,363 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 94,444 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 91,290 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 88,753 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 84,206 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 79,018 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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M253 XBV is a 1995 BMW 525 in Red with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1995 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 140,553 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 M253 XBV, 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 31 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 M253 XBV registered?

M253 XBV is a 1995 BMW 525, first registered on 15 May 1995.

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