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X385 NES

2000 BMW 525

Red Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

91,726 mi
Last recorded91,726 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2014
Typical for 2000 BMW 525106,192 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX385 NES
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2014 91,726 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 May 2013 88,276 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

advise fuel pipes slightly corroded

Pass 3 May 2012 84,317 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 3 May 2012 84,317 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 May 2011 80,242 miles

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

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 10 May 2010 76,386 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 72,073 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 72,073 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 70,230 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 64,108 miles

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

both rear tyres perishing and low

Pass 8 May 2006 58,614 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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X385 NES is a 2000 BMW 525 in Red with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 X385 NES, 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 X385 NES registered?

X385 NES is a 2000 BMW 525, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X385 NES safe to buy?

The MOT history for X385 NES shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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