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M901 MYE

1995 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

142,096 mi
Last recorded142,096 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2022
Typical for 1995 BMW 525140,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM901 MYE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2022 142,096 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 142,039 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2021 142,036 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front and rear incorrect spacing (0.1 (d))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 141,236 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective exhaust still secure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Sep 2020 141,236 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Central Exhaust mounting defective exhaust still secure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 136,832 miles

Front sun visors removed at time of test

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill/wheel arch slight corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

fuel pipes have slight corrosion

n/s and o/s front and o/s rear shock absorber dust covers insecure

Fail 3 Sep 2019 136,751 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front sun visors removed at time of test

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill/wheel arch slight corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

fuel pipes have slight corrosion

n/s and o/s front and o/s rear shock absorber dust covers insecure

Pass 8 Aug 2018 129,216 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced end sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both link arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 127,250 miles

Body has slight corrosion both outer sills (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt link arm (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both front (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 124,315 miles

Body has slight corrosion both outer sills (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2015 120,440 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 118,256 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 115,918 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 113,161 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 110,807 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 108,838 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 106,534 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 3 Jul 2009 106,534 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 May 2008 104,143 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 100,981 miles

both rear anti roll bar links rubber bushes cracking

steering box has slight play

Pass 7 Apr 2006 98,482 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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M901 MYE is a 1995 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 M901 MYE, 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 M901 MYE registered?

M901 MYE is a 1995 BMW 525, first registered on 31 March 1995.

Is M901 MYE safe to buy?

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