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M30 RJP

1995 BMW 525

Red Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

151,740 mi
Last recorded151,740 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2010
Typical for 1995 BMW 525140,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM30 RJP
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2010 151,740 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Oil leak

Fail 1 Mar 2010 151,740 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Oil leak

Pass 2 Mar 2009 144,634 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2009 144,624 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 5 Mar 2008 132,893 miles

Front brake discs worn.

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Brake pad low warning light illuminated on dashboard.

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge.

Rear pads look low,discs worn.

Small chips and scratches to windscreen.

Fail 5 Mar 2008 132,893 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Brake pad low warning light illuminated on dashboard.

Front brake discs worn.

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge.

Rear pads look low,discs worn.

Small chips and scratches to windscreen.

Pass 15 Mar 2007 124,641 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 118,974 miles

oil leak

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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M30 RJP is a 1995 BMW 525 in Red with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M30 RJP, 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 M30 RJP registered?

M30 RJP is a 1995 BMW 525, first registered on 19 April 1995.

Is M30 RJP safe to buy?

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