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M353 BBV

1997 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

136,125 mi
Last recorded136,125 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2008
Typical for 1997 BMW 525141,402 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM353 BBV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2008 136,125 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 136,106 miles

Front Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 18 Jun 2007 130,000 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 125,000 miles

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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M353 BBV is a 1997 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 M353 BBV, 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

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What year was M353 BBV registered?

M353 BBV is a 1997 BMW 525, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is M353 BBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M353 BBV shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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