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X268 PHD

2000 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

166,903 mi
Last recorded166,903 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2011
Typical for 2000 BMW 525106,192 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX268 PHD
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2011 166,903 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 145,883 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 124,811 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Mar 2008 101,661 miles

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

Fail 19 Mar 2008 101,661 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2007 86,247 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2006 70,016 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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X268 PHD is a 2000 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2000 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 106,192 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 X268 PHD, 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 26 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 X268 PHD registered?

X268 PHD is a 2000 BMW 525, first registered on 6 October 2000.

Is X268 PHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for X268 PHD shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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