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14-35-HZ

1997 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2022
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

304,025 mi
Last recorded304,025 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2021
Typical for 1997 BMW 525141,402 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration14-35-HZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 23 Jan 2021 304,025 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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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14-35-HZ is a 1997 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 141,402 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 14-35-HZ, 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 29 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 14-35-HZ registered?

14-35-HZ is a 1997 BMW 525, first registered on 5 February 1997.

Is 14-35-HZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 14-35-HZ shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 14-35-HZ have outstanding finance?

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