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X538 UYX

2000 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2019
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

153,062 mi
Last recorded153,062 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2018
Typical for 2000 BMW 525106,192 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX538 UYX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2018 153,062 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 146,162 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 138,869 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 131,903 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2014 124,801 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 117,224 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 18 Nov 2013 117,224 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)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Nov 2012 110,227 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 102,250 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 95,907 miles

Airbag warning light is illuminated

Pass 20 Nov 2009 87,982 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2009 87,982 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Nov 2008 80,768 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 75,046 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 69,478 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2005 64,903 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2005 64,903 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a seal (2.3.3b)

Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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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X538 UYX is a 2000 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 X538 UYX, 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 X538 UYX registered?

X538 UYX is a 2000 BMW 525, first registered on 29 November 2000.

Is X538 UYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for X538 UYX shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X538 UYX have outstanding finance?

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