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P101 JMD

1997 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

201,002 mi
Last recorded201,002 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2019
Typical for 1997 BMW 525141,402 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP101 JMD
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2019 201,002 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2018 195,179 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2018 195,179 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2017 188,551 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 181,614 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 172,976 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 163,928 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 156,305 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 151,499 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 149,024 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 144,968 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 130,613 miles

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 119,910 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 111,542 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 103,596 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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P101 JMD is a 1997 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 P101 JMD, 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 P101 JMD registered?

P101 JMD is a 1997 BMW 525, first registered on 26 February 1997.

Is P101 JMD safe to buy?

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