MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
265,290 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Oil leak
Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Oil leak
How Reliable is the BMW 525?
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GKW16FE is a 1993 BMW 525 in Red with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1993 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 141,959 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 GKW16FE, 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 33 years old, this BMW 525 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was GKW16FE registered?
GKW16FE is a 1993 BMW 525, first registered on 17 May 1993.
Is GKW16FE safe to buy?
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