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M783 GGF

1999 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

254,086 mi
Last recorded254,086 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2010
Typical for 1999 BMW 525130,049 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM783 GGF
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 24 Jul 2010 254,086 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Propshaft coupling deteriorated

Pass 25 Jul 2009 252,086 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 15 Mar 2008 245,605 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 230,961 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 228,306 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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M783 GGF is a 1999 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 130,049 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 M783 GGF, 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 27 years old, this BMW 525 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M783 GGF?

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What year was M783 GGF registered?

M783 GGF is a 1999 BMW 525, first registered on 1 August 1999.

Is M783 GGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for M783 GGF shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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