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X372 TJN

2000 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

164,648 mi
Last recorded164,648 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW 525106,192 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX372 TJN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 164,648 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear both (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Inner Sill has been heavily under sealed

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2024 152,948 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Surface corrosion to various parts and components of under vehicle

Pass 25 Nov 2023 142,508 miles

Around rear jacking point are slightly soft OK at time of test

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 132,753 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D ring bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 121,671 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 30 Nov 2019 111,533 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear brake discs weathered

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 21 Jan 2018 107,464 miles

front and rear discs weathered

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 12 Feb 2017 104,264 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)

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

front and rear discs weathered

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 1 Oct 2015 101,102 miles

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 4 Apr 2014 100,302 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Oct 2012 98,477 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 98,472 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 97,171 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 92,607 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 19 Nov 2008 89,977 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

reduced braking surface on rear discs

Pass 5 Nov 2007 85,519 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2007 85,519 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Pass 7 Nov 2006 76,805 miles

Nearside Front Lower Radius arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Radius arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 10 Oct 2005 66,132 miles

Small stone chip L/H/S of windscreen.

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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X372 TJN is a 2000 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 X372 TJN, 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

How do I check the history of X372 TJN?

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What year was X372 TJN registered?

X372 TJN is a 2000 BMW 525, first registered on 20 October 2000.

Is X372 TJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for X372 TJN shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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