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M609 LRU

1995 BMW 525

Red Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

157,853 mi
Last recorded157,853 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2018
Typical for 1995 BMW 525140,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM609 LRU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2018 157,853 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 153,488 miles

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)

Fail 24 Aug 2013 153,488 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (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)

Pass 11 Sep 2012 144,994 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2011 130,666 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 133,074 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 126,018 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Propshaft component defective

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 17 May 2008 118,914 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear axle bushes slightly perished

Pass 18 May 2007 112,434 miles

Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Fail 18 May 2007 112,434 miles

Offside Rear Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 5 May 2006 108,415 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 108,415 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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M609 LRU is a 1995 BMW 525 in Red with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 M609 LRU, 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 M609 LRU registered?

M609 LRU is a 1995 BMW 525, first registered on 24 April 1995.

Is M609 LRU safe to buy?

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