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R22 MEW

1997 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

163,584 mi
Last recorded163,584 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2008
Typical for 1997 BMW 525141,402 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR22 MEW
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 9 Jan 2008 163,584 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Jan 2007 148,791 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2006 132,063 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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R22 MEW is a 1997 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 R22 MEW, 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 R22 MEW?

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What year was R22 MEW registered?

R22 MEW is a 1997 BMW 525, first registered on 1 December 1997.

Is R22 MEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R22 MEW shows 3 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 R22 MEW have outstanding finance?

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