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R854 UYX

1998 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

256,018 mi
Last recorded256,018 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2014
Typical for 1998 BMW 525140,771 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR854 UYX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2014 256,018 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 23 Apr 2014 256,018 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 23 Apr 2013 236,634 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 236,634 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 222,179 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 222,179 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 213,885 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 203,896 miles

front to rear brake pipes getting corroded

slight play in track rod ends

Pass 31 Mar 2009 198,563 miles

some brake pipes showing signs of corrosion

Pass 6 Mar 2008 190,105 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 188,229 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 185,394 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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R854 UYX is a 1998 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R854 UYX, 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

How do I check the history of R854 UYX?

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What year was R854 UYX registered?

R854 UYX is a 1998 BMW 525, first registered on 12 February 1998.

Is R854 UYX safe to buy?

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