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X404 XFG

2000 BMW 525

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2021
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

127,799 mi
Last recorded127,799 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2020
Typical for 2000 BMW 525106,192 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX404 XFG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2020 127,799 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2020 127,794 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jul 2019 125,549 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 122,426 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 117,860 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 114,262 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 110,871 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 107,466 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 102,717 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 96,460 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 92,107 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 86,720 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 81,773 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 76,935 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 72,889 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 70,059 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Sep 2006 70,059 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2005 61,131 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Aug 2005 61,116 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

N/S/F Tyre wearing on outer edge.

N/S/R Tyre wearing on inner edge.

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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X404 XFG is a 2000 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 X404 XFG, 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 X404 XFG?

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What year was X404 XFG registered?

X404 XFG is a 2000 BMW 525, first registered on 12 December 2000.

Is X404 XFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for X404 XFG shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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