MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
136,125 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Front Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
How Reliable is the BMW 525?
Based on 724,963 MOT tests across 56,965 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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
How do I check the history of M353 BBV?
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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.
Does M353 BBV have outstanding finance?
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