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M371 RJH

1995 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

162,024 mi
Last recorded162,024 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 1995 BMW 525140,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM371 RJH
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 162,024 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2025 155,765 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 148,204 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2024 148,180 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill/closing panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Aug 2023 144,644 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 141,387 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 141,274 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 140,794 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 139,830 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 138,320 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 137,526 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 137,370 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 137,097 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 136,038 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 135,369 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2008 135,365 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)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 18 Dec 2007 134,510 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 23 Dec 2006 133,054 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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M371 RJH is a 1995 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 M371 RJH, 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 M371 RJH registered?

M371 RJH is a 1995 BMW 525, first registered on 24 April 1995.

Is M371 RJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for M371 RJH shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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