MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
291,831 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
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
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)
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
Does P35 AYJ have outstanding finance?
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