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M856 YRV

1995 BMW 525

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2011
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

106,701 mi
Last recorded106,701 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2010
Typical for 1995 BMW 525140,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM856 YRV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 25 Mar 2010 106,701 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 98,518 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 92,976 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 85,127 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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M856 YRV is a 1995 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M856 YRV, 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 M856 YRV?

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What year was M856 YRV registered?

M856 YRV is a 1995 BMW 525, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M856 YRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M856 YRV shows 4 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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