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R749 JGF

1997 BMW 525

Red Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

109,840 mi
Last recorded109,840 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2016
Typical for 1997 BMW 525141,402 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR749 JGF
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2016 109,840 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

fuel pump is damp

Fail 23 Aug 2016 109,840 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

fuel pump is damp

Pass 27 Aug 2015 88,909 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 85,169 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Sep 2014 85,165 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Oct 2013 81,700 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 76,759 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2012 76,756 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 72,650 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 67,227 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 62,583 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 58,138 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 54,338 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 50,646 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2005 45,050 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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R749 JGF is a 1997 BMW 525 in Red with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R749 JGF, 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 R749 JGF registered?

R749 JGF is a 1997 BMW 525, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R749 JGF safe to buy?

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