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M382 RJH

1995 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

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Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

Typical for 1995 BMW 525140,553 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM382 RJH
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 10 Mar 2025

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Feb 2024

fuel lines corroded

Pass 17 Mar 2023

fuel pipes corroded

general under body corrosion and on suspention and brakes

Fail 3 Mar 2023

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

fuel pipes corroded

general under body corrosion and on suspention and brakes

Pass 14 Mar 2022
Pass 3 Feb 2021
Pass 13 Jan 2020
Fail 13 Jan 2020

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2019

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2018
Pass 31 Jan 2017
Pass 9 Feb 2016 90,329 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 186,996 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 141,707 miles

hand brake warning light illuminated

Fail 10 Feb 2014 141,707 miles

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

hand brake warning light illuminated

Pass 4 Feb 2013 138,100 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 4 Feb 2013 138,100 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Feb 2012 134,758 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 131,040 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 127,695 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 121,791 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 116,817 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 111,317 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 103,359 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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M382 RJH is a 1995 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 M382 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

How do I check the history of M382 RJH?

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What year was M382 RJH registered?

M382 RJH is a 1995 BMW 525, first registered on 8 February 1995.

Is M382 RJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for M382 RJH shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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