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N758 XDP

1995 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2023
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

154,303 mi
Last recorded154,303 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2022
Typical for 1995 BMW 525140,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN758 XDP
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc
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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2022 154,303 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2022 154,297 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring with an unsafe modification (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring with an unsafe modification (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 154,005 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 30 Jul 2018 153,459 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 22 May 2017 152,596 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 150,673 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 147,181 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2014 140,576 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 140,576 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 136,026 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 133,063 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 10 Mar 2011 125,005 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 119,568 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2010 119,568 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 13 Mar 2009 108,087 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2009 107,955 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 23 Oct 2007 88,806 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Fail 23 Oct 2007 88,806 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 23 Oct 2006 79,972 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2006 79,972 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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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N758 XDP is a 1995 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 N758 XDP, 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.

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What year was N758 XDP registered?

N758 XDP is a 1995 BMW 525, first registered on 2 October 1995.

Is N758 XDP safe to buy?

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