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M711 VBV

1995 BMW 525

Red Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

254,188 mi
Last recorded254,188 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2012
Typical for 1995 BMW 525140,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM711 VBV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2012 254,188 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2012 254,188 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear discs corrodid

Pass 17 Feb 2011 251,717 miles

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit

Pass 3 Feb 2010 243,336 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2010 243,323 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 4 Feb 2009 235,759 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

offside rear seatbelt missing

Fail 4 Feb 2009 235,759 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

offside rear seatbelt missing

Fail 30 Jan 2008 224,787 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

booth front footwell rubber gromets not fitted in floor

fuel tank breather pipe damp

Pass 30 Jan 2008 224,787 miles

booth front footwell rubber gromets not fitted in floor

fuel tank breather pipe damp

Pass 15 Jan 2007 215,202 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 12 Jan 2006 209,904 miles

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

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

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

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

rear fuel pipes corroded

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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M711 VBV is a 1995 BMW 525 in Red with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 M711 VBV, 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 M711 VBV?

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What year was M711 VBV registered?

M711 VBV is a 1995 BMW 525, first registered on 6 February 1995.

Is M711 VBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M711 VBV shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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