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A16 OJH

1995 BMW 525

Red Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

167,256 mi
Last recorded167,256 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2024
Typical for 1995 BMW 525140,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 OJH
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2024 167,256 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 164,422 miles

Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

fuel injectors wet but no signs of leaks

Pass 12 Oct 2022 161,055 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 158,784 miles

Nearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Nov 2020 156,403 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Aug 2020 156,313 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect And gaiter deteriorated (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect And gaiter deteriorated (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 154,969 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect bump stop and gaiter split (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect piston scored and bump stop and gaitor split (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 153,715 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 151,651 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 148,710 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 145,723 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 142,011 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 136,307 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 135,228 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2010 127,403 miles

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

deterioration susp.and axle components,but no attention required at present time.

stone chips front windscreen.

Fail 16 Jul 2010 127,403 miles

Nearside Rear Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

deterioration susp.and axle components,but no attention required at present time.

stone chips front windscreen.

Pass 8 Jul 2009 120,746 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2009 120,625 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 113,848 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 107,985 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 4 Jul 2007 107,985 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 100,109 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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A16 OJH is a 1995 BMW 525 in Red with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1995 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 140,553 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 A16 OJH, 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 31 years old, this BMW 525 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A16 OJH registered?

A16 OJH is a 1995 BMW 525, first registered on 31 December 1995.

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