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P35 AYJ

1997 BMW 525

Green Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2008
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

291,831 mi
Last recorded291,831 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2007
Typical for 1997 BMW 525141,402 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP35 AYJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2007 291,831 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2007 291,780 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Exhaust flexi tension springs broken

Front tyres worn on edges

Pass 6 Dec 2006 273,959 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2006 272,876 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

2 anti rattle springs on exhaust flexible joint broken

Front brakes out of balance

Rear brake discs corroded

Rear brake pads low

Rear tyres worn low (2.5mm)

Pass 6 Dec 2005 256,801 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2005 256,801 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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P35 AYJ is a 1997 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 P35 AYJ, 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 P35 AYJ?

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What year was P35 AYJ registered?

P35 AYJ is a 1997 BMW 525, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P35 AYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P35 AYJ shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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