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XRK 825X

1982 BMW 5 Series

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

92,464 mi
Last recorded92,464 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2021
Typical for 1982 BMW 5 Series119,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRK 825X
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2021 92,464 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 92,328 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 91,976 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 91,634 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 91,142 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 90,545 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 90,180 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 89,514 miles

slight play in both front idler arm bushes

Fail 24 Apr 2014 89,514 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

slight play in both front idler arm bushes

Pass 30 Mar 2013 88,821 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 85,069 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2012 85,066 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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XRK 825X is a 1982 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1982 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 119,196 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XRK 825X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 44 years old, this BMW 5 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XRK 825X?

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What year was XRK 825X registered?

XRK 825X is a 1982 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 26 May 1982.

Is XRK 825X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XRK 825X shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XRK 825X have outstanding finance?

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