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B400 NPC

1985 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2693cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

105,473 mi
Last recorded105,473 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2005
Typical for 1985 BMW 525119,880 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB400 NPC
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,693cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 11 Aug 2005 105,473 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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B400 NPC is a 1985 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,693cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 119,880 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 B400 NPC, 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 41 years old, this BMW 525 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B400 NPC?

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What year was B400 NPC registered?

B400 NPC is a 1985 BMW 525, first registered on 16 April 1985.

Is B400 NPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B400 NPC 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 B400 NPC have outstanding finance?

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