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M311 EWY

1995 BMW 525

Purple Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

186,523 mi
Last recorded186,523 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2012
Typical for 1995 BMW 525140,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM311 EWY
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1995
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2012 186,523 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 174,355 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 162,742 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 148,742 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2008 130,121 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nearside and offside lower balljoint rubbers split

Pass 23 Feb 2008 130,121 miles

nearside and offside lower balljoint rubbers split

Pass 11 Jan 2007 127,501 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 121,323 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2006 121,323 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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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M311 EWY is a 1995 BMW 525 in Purple with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 M311 EWY, 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

How do I check the history of M311 EWY?

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What year was M311 EWY registered?

M311 EWY is a 1995 BMW 525, first registered on 17 February 1995.

Is M311 EWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for M311 EWY shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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