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B925 EGO

1985 BMW 525

White Petrol 2693cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

95,738 mi
Last recorded95,738 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2016
Typical for 1985 BMW 525119,880 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB925 EGO
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,693cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2016 95,738 miles

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

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust corroded

Pass 21 Aug 2015 95,295 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

corrosion on rear coil springs

Pass 30 Aug 2014 95,272 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 10 May 2013 95,124 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front tyres have inner edge wear

Pass 11 May 2012 95,024 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

fuel pipe slight corrosion

Pass 26 Mar 2011 95,009 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rust on rear brake discs

Pass 16 Apr 2010 93,442 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Oil leak

both rear tyres perishing

steering centre drag link and stabiliser arms show wear.

Pass 5 Mar 2009 91,069 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 90,482 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 86,990 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2007 86,990 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 31 Jan 2006 866,607 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

offside rear tyre worn low

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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B925 EGO is a 1985 BMW 525 in White with a 2,693cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 B925 EGO, 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

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What year was B925 EGO registered?

B925 EGO is a 1985 BMW 525, first registered on 18 June 1985.

Is B925 EGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for B925 EGO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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