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X675 ELE

2000 BMW 525

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

137,258 mi
Last recorded137,258 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2016
Typical for 2000 BMW 525106,192 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX675 ELE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2016 137,258 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlights (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 20 Jun 2016 137,258 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlights (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 22 Jun 2015 128,667 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

oil leak needs attention

Fail 20 Jun 2015 128,667 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

oil leak needs attention

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 122,080 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 114,719 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 107,908 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 12 Jan 2011 103,114 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Dec 2009 97,966 miles

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

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

rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 3 Nov 2008 85,989 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 65,989 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 59,012 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2006 59,009 miles

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

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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X675 ELE is a 2000 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 X675 ELE, 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 X675 ELE registered?

X675 ELE is a 2000 BMW 525, first registered on 22 November 2000.

Is X675 ELE safe to buy?

The MOT history for X675 ELE shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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