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G524 SGT

1989 BMW 325

Red Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2024
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

219,938 mi
Last recorded219,938 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2023
Typical for 1989 BMW 325121,450 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG524 SGT
MakeBMW
Model325
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2023 219,938 miles

Offside Front inner & outer wing corroded

sill cover fitted

under body undersealed

Pass 25 Nov 2021 219,710 miles

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

Fail 9 Nov 2021 219,701 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 218,470 miles

Front Exhaust corroded

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security all sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 9 Nov 2020 218,470 miles

Front Exhaust corroded

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security all sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 3 May 2019 216,157 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 May 2018 216,040 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 213,114 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2008 213,114 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Outer Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

How Reliable is the BMW 325?

Based on 4,679 MOT tests across 604 vehicles.

79.3%
Pass Rate
4,833
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
604
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 27
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G524 SGT is a 1989 BMW 325 in Red with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 BMW 325 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 121,450 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 325 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G524 SGT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 325 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 37 years old, this BMW 325 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G524 SGT registered?

G524 SGT is a 1989 BMW 325, first registered on 31 December 1989.

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