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R119 JPL

1997 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

109,898 mi
Last recorded109,898 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2015
Typical for 1997 BMW 525141,402 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR119 JPL
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 28 Aug 2015 109,898 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 106,574 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 104,675 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 101,176 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 96,805 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 94,050 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 91,045 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 86,216 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 78,031 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Aug 2006 70,818 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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R119 JPL is a 1997 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R119 JPL, 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 R119 JPL?

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What year was R119 JPL registered?

R119 JPL is a 1997 BMW 525, first registered on 26 August 1997.

Is R119 JPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R119 JPL shows 10 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 R119 JPL have outstanding finance?

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