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W476 BDA

2000 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

172,199 mi
Last recorded172,199 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW 525106,192 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW476 BDA
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 172,199 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and offside front (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and offside rear inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2024 163,146 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2023 160,371 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated and offside rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 153,953 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 152,792 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 150,104 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 143,594 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 134,753 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 125,524 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 122,979 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 120,812 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 119,754 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 115,334 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 109,494 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 103,956 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 97,450 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 87,967 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 81,603 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 73,541 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 64,403 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2006 64,403 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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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W476 BDA is a 2000 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2000 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 106,192 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 W476 BDA, 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 26 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 W476 BDA registered?

W476 BDA is a 2000 BMW 525, first registered on 6 June 2000.

Is W476 BDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for W476 BDA shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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