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OUI 4227

2016 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2021
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

199,260 mi
Last recorded199,260 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2019
Typical for 2016 BMW 52569,911 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOUI 4227
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2019 199,260 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2018 189,096 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2018 188,809 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 177,054 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2017 176,825 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 168,636 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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OUI 4227 is a 2016 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2016 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 69,911 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OUI 4227, 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 10 years old, this BMW 525 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OUI 4227?

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What year was OUI 4227 registered?

OUI 4227 is a 2016 BMW 525, first registered on 30 November 2016.

Is OUI 4227 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OUI 4227 shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OUI 4227 have outstanding finance?

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