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M272 TBL

1995 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

151,652 mi
Last recorded151,652 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2025
Typical for 1995 BMW 525140,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM272 TBL
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2025 151,652 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Mar 2025 151,652 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2024

Front both front tyres cracking perished

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2023 139,151 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 133,000 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2021 126,288 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2021 126,288 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2020 119,819 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 111,124 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2018 106,474 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 99,299 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 91,392 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 84,251 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 75,186 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 67,068 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 54,054 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 45,705 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 36,290 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 26,610 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 23,828 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 22,794 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 21,749 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2005 21,749 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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)

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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M272 TBL is a 1995 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 M272 TBL, 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 M272 TBL registered?

M272 TBL is a 1995 BMW 525, first registered on 23 May 1995.

Is M272 TBL safe to buy?

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