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R31 VKJ

1997 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

207,564 mi
Last recorded207,564 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2017
Typical for 1997 BMW 525141,402 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR31 VKJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2017 207,564 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 204,146 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 193,112 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 5 Dec 2014 193,112 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 13 Dec 2013 186,845 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 13 Dec 2013 186,843 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Nov 2012 181,407 miles

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

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 3 Jul 2012 178,747 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2012 178,747 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2011 205,936 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 174,408 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2010 161,085 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

brake pads wearing warning lamp on

Pass 17 Feb 2009 161,225 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 152,192 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 146,046 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2005 139,099 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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R31 VKJ is a 1997 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R31 VKJ, 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

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What year was R31 VKJ registered?

R31 VKJ is a 1997 BMW 525, first registered on 13 October 1997.

Is R31 VKJ safe to buy?

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