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LUI 2504

1997 BMW 525

Green Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

134,691 mi
Last recorded134,691 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2010
Typical for 1997 BMW 525141,402 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLUI 2504
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2010 134,691 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

O/S/R LINK BAR CREAKING

REAR DIFF DRAIN PLUG LEAKING

Pass 22 Apr 2009 120,830 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 120,791 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2008 108,039 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Fail 18 Apr 2008 108,034 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 23 Apr 2007 102,351 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

feul pipes corroded will need attention shortley

Pass 7 Dec 2005 96,397 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Trailing arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 7 Dec 2005 96,397 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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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LUI 2504 is a 1997 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1997 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 141,402 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 LUI 2504, 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 29 years old, this BMW 525 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LUI 2504?

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What year was LUI 2504 registered?

LUI 2504 is a 1997 BMW 525, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is LUI 2504 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LUI 2504 shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LUI 2504 have outstanding finance?

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