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M9 MDG

1994 BMW 525

Green Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

269,052 mi
Last recorded269,052 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2013
Typical for 1994 BMW 525143,242 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM9 MDG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Fail 18 Oct 2013 269,052 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.4.A2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 18 Oct 2013 269,052 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.4.A2)

Pass 1 Dec 2012 257,252 miles

Metal brake pipes sections treated and unable to fully inspect

Pass 8 Oct 2009 256,513 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 253,495 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 248,184 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 243,550 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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M9 MDG is a 1994 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1994 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 143,242 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 M9 MDG, 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 32 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 M9 MDG registered?

M9 MDG is a 1994 BMW 525, first registered on 22 September 1994.

Is M9 MDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M9 MDG shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M9 MDG have outstanding finance?

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