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P293 UAH

1997 BMW 525

Green Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

102,780 mi
Last recorded102,780 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2015
Typical for 1997 BMW 525141,402 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP293 UAH
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2015 102,780 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 99,100 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 94,787 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 89,438 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 83,034 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2010 78,541 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 78,541 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2009 73,093 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 66,963 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 62,059 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 54,812 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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P293 UAH is a 1997 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1997 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 141,402 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 P293 UAH, 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 29 years old, this BMW 525 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P293 UAH?

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What year was P293 UAH registered?

P293 UAH is a 1997 BMW 525, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P293 UAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P293 UAH shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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