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X556 AFP

2000 BMW 525

Green Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

129,346 mi
Last recorded129,346 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2018
Typical for 2000 BMW 525106,192 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX556 AFP
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2018 129,346 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)

Pass 5 Apr 2017 128,098 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread DAMAGED (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Outer SILL CORRODED

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 126,240 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 123,668 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Jan 2014 120,043 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 115,195 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 109,152 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 102,717 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2011 102,717 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 21 Jan 2010 94,416 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 88,026 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 82,246 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 78,165 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2006 78,020 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

recommend rear brake inspection

Pass 3 Jan 2006 71,231 miles

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

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

advise brake inspection

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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X556 AFP is a 2000 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 X556 AFP, 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 X556 AFP?

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What year was X556 AFP registered?

X556 AFP is a 2000 BMW 525, first registered on 28 September 2000.

Is X556 AFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for X556 AFP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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