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R34 KAS

1997 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

209,648 mi
Last recorded209,648 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2015
Typical for 1997 BMW 525141,402 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR34 KAS
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2015 209,648 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2014 200,913 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2014 200,881 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 1 Feb 2013 193,204 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2012 183,803 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 174,442 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2010 165,286 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 27 Jan 2010 165,286 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 152,051 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2008 137,581 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 122,879 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 110,559 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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R34 KAS is a 1997 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R34 KAS, 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 R34 KAS registered?

R34 KAS is a 1997 BMW 525, first registered on 17 September 1997.

Is R34 KAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R34 KAS shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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