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S509 BKS

1998 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

250,573 mi
Last recorded250,573 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2018
Typical for 1998 BMW 525140,771 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS509 BKS
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2018 250,573 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint Rear (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Feb 2017 248,475 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear fog lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2016 241,929 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Jan 2015 233,668 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 224,139 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2013 213,878 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 202,860 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2012 202,860 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jan 2011 193,583 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 183,491 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 173,005 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2008 173,005 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Fail 3 Jan 2008 163,096 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 3 Jan 2008 163,096 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 3 Jan 2007 150,362 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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S509 BKS is a 1998 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S509 BKS, 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

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What year was S509 BKS registered?

S509 BKS is a 1998 BMW 525, first registered on 7 August 1998.

Is S509 BKS safe to buy?

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