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X823 DMR

2000 BMW 525

Beige Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

91,908 mi
Last recorded91,908 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2017
Typical for 2000 BMW 525106,192 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX823 DMR
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2000
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2017 91,908 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to near side rear hose (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 4 Aug 2017 91,694 miles

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

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to near side rear hose (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 82,899 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 25 Aug 2016 82,899 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 82,038 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 81,237 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014 81,237 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Fail 27 Aug 2013 80,002 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 80,002 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 78,981 miles

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

Offside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

n-s-r tyre perishing

o-s-r tyre perishing

rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 17 Aug 2011 78,007 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 75,531 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 74,347 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 72,489 miles

temp guage shows overheating

Fail 28 Aug 2008 72,489 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

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

temp guage shows overheating

Pass 29 Nov 2007 67,722 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 57,962 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2005 48,929 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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X823 DMR is a 2000 BMW 525 in Beige with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 X823 DMR, 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 X823 DMR registered?

X823 DMR is a 2000 BMW 525, first registered on 30 November 2000.

Is X823 DMR safe to buy?

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