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N761 HLY

1996 BMW 525

Red Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

154,616 mi
Last recorded154,616 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2008
Typical for 1996 BMW 525137,025 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN761 HLY
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 31 Mar 2008 154,616 miles

slight leak n/s/f shock

Pass 20 Apr 2007 143,256 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 131,985 miles

rear silencer rusty and slight blow

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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N761 HLY is a 1996 BMW 525 in Red with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N761 HLY, 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

How do I check the history of N761 HLY?

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What year was N761 HLY registered?

N761 HLY is a 1996 BMW 525, first registered on 29 April 1996.

Is N761 HLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for N761 HLY shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N761 HLY have outstanding finance?

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