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S101 EDP

1999 BMW 525

Green Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

202,934 mi
Last recorded202,934 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2012
Typical for 1999 BMW 525130,049 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS101 EDP
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2012 202,934 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

unable to see brake pads

Fail 14 Nov 2012 202,934 miles

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

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

traction control light lit

unable to see brake pads

Pass 17 Aug 2011 191,915 miles

engine smoking but passed emmisions limits

Pass 19 Aug 2010 181,644 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)

advise borderline corrosion front to rear brake pipes

Fail 18 Aug 2010 181,644 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

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)

advise borderline corrosion front to rear brake pipes

Pass 17 Feb 2009 167,482 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Jan 2008 145,382 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 131,287 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2007 131,287 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 23 Jan 2006 101,526 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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S101 EDP is a 1999 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1999 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 130,049 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 S101 EDP, 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 27 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 S101 EDP registered?

S101 EDP is a 1999 BMW 525, first registered on 19 January 1999.

Is S101 EDP safe to buy?

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