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CA8528MC

2000 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2016
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

207,378 mi
Last recorded207,378 miles
Recorded on16 May 2015
Typical for 2000 BMW 525106,192 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA8528MC
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 16 May 2015 207,378 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 May 2015 207,378 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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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CA8528MC is a 2000 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2000 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 106,192 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CA8528MC, 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 26 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 CA8528MC registered?

CA8528MC is a 2000 BMW 525, first registered on 24 November 2000.

Is CA8528MC safe to buy?

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