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R214 UWG

1998 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

221,794 mi
Last recorded221,794 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2016
Typical for 1998 BMW 525140,771 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR214 UWG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2016 221,794 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Rear jacking points slightly damaged

Pass 7 Jan 2015 215,280 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2014 211,751 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jan 2014 211,751 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 209,755 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 205,110 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 200,481 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2011 200,478 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 195,680 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2009 190,799 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 181,606 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 170,039 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2007 170,029 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine oil level low.

engine tray (underside) insecure.

o/s/f tyre wearing on edge .

Pass 28 Feb 2006 149,564 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2006 148,788 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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R214 UWG is a 1998 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1998 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 140,771 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 R214 UWG, 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 28 years old, this BMW 525 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R214 UWG registered?

R214 UWG is a 1998 BMW 525, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R214 UWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R214 UWG shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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