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T847 DLR

1999 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

145,731 mi
Last recorded145,731 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2015
Typical for 1999 BMW 525130,049 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT847 DLR
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2015 145,731 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 140,997 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 137,059 miles

All tyres perished on edges.

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 135,420 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 129,396 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2011 129,396 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 123,415 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 112,375 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 106,182 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 97,109 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 89,585 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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T847 DLR is a 1999 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 T847 DLR, 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

How do I check the history of T847 DLR?

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What year was T847 DLR registered?

T847 DLR is a 1999 BMW 525, first registered on 20 May 1999.

Is T847 DLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for T847 DLR shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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