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M827 CLT

1995 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

67,479 mi
Last recorded67,479 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 1995 BMW 525140,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM827 CLT
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 67,479 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both rears (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Centre exhaust mount defective

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 66,533 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 64,759 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2023 64,636 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 63,397 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 63,029 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 62,787 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Oct 2013 62,603 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 62,174 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2012 62,174 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 7 Aug 2011 62,063 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 61,917 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 61,338 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 59,810 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 58,550 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 57,491 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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M827 CLT is a 1995 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 M827 CLT, 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 M827 CLT registered?

M827 CLT is a 1995 BMW 525, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M827 CLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for M827 CLT shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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