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M824 MHX

1995 BMW 525

Red Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

152,358 mi
Last recorded152,358 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2015
Typical for 1995 BMW 525140,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM824 MHX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2015 152,358 miles

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

abs warning light not always illuminating when ignition switched on

centre exhaust hanger rubbers broken

offside front anti roll bar link lower balljoint boot split but preventing ingress of dirt

offside front indicator lens damaged/broken

Fail 11 Sep 2015 152,358 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

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

abs warning light not always illuminating when ignition switched on

centre exhaust hanger rubbers broken

offside front anti roll bar link lower balljoint boot split but preventing ingress of dirt

offside front indicator lens damaged/broken

Pass 26 Aug 2014 139,234 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2014 139,234 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 23 Jan 2012 135,481 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2011 131,786 miles

Offside front anti-roll bar outer link arm lower rubber dust cover split but no play in balljoint

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

Pass 18 Jan 2010 128,535 miles

Nearside front tyre has slight high spot on outerwall as if parked on kerb

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

Pass 22 Jan 2009 124,114 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 19 Jan 2009 124,114 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Jan 2008 118,469 miles

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

enhine top cover fitted.

full engine tray fitted.

Pass 22 Jan 2007 112,392 miles

small stone chip in a zone

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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M824 MHX is a 1995 BMW 525 in Red with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 M824 MHX, 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 M824 MHX registered?

M824 MHX is a 1995 BMW 525, first registered on 14 February 1995.

Is M824 MHX safe to buy?

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