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SKS 239

1993 BMW 525

White Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

158,301 mi
Last recorded158,301 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1993 BMW 525141,959 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKS 239
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 158,301 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 156,488 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 155,157 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 154,588 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 153,548 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 153,230 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2014 153,228 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2013 150,635 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 145,348 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 137,949 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Mar 2010 130,983 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2009 125,942 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 117,358 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 107,516 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 100,148 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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SKS 239 is a 1993 BMW 525 in White with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1993 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 141,959 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 SKS 239, 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 33 years old, this BMW 525 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SKS 239?

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What year was SKS 239 registered?

SKS 239 is a 1993 BMW 525, first registered on 8 April 1993.

Is SKS 239 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKS 239 shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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