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N533 GTM

1996 BMW 525

Purple Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

137,327 mi
Last recorded137,327 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2011
Typical for 1996 BMW 525137,025 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN533 GTM
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2011 137,327 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 136,022 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2010 136,022 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Towbar component insecure (6.6.1)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 131,007 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 126,036 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 120,395 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 115,342 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 27 Sep 2005 111,194 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2005 111,151 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Both steering track rods have surface damage from use of grips.

The offside front anti-roll bar link upper joint has a split gaiter.

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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N533 GTM is a 1996 BMW 525 in Purple with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1996 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 137,025 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 N533 GTM, 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 30 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 N533 GTM registered?

N533 GTM is a 1996 BMW 525, first registered on 25 January 1996.

Is N533 GTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N533 GTM shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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