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X589 PHD

2000 BMW 525

Green Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

157,724 mi
Last recorded157,724 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2012
Typical for 2000 BMW 525106,192 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX589 PHD
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2012 157,724 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 144,329 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2010 128,878 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 113,547 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 19 Nov 2008 98,942 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2008 98,942 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2007 82,000 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 70,833 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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X589 PHD is a 2000 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 X589 PHD, 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 X589 PHD?

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What year was X589 PHD registered?

X589 PHD is a 2000 BMW 525, first registered on 10 November 2000.

Is X589 PHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for X589 PHD shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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