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X489 FCB

2000 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

99,250 mi
Last recorded99,250 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2012
Typical for 2000 BMW 525106,192 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX489 FCB
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 10 Mar 2012 99,250 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 97,943 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 94,638 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 88,147 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 83,880 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2006 75,757 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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X489 FCB is a 2000 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 X489 FCB, 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 X489 FCB?

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What year was X489 FCB registered?

X489 FCB is a 2000 BMW 525, first registered on 30 October 2000.

Is X489 FCB safe to buy?

The MOT history for X489 FCB shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X489 FCB have outstanding finance?

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