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X159 WFM

2000 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

147,773 mi
Last recorded147,773 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2022
Typical for 2000 BMW 525106,192 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX159 WFM
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2022 147,773 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 6 Sep 2021 143,069 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2020 139,122 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

all brake disc's have surface rust

brake warning on dash

slight corrosion both rear inner sills

Pass 11 Apr 2018 136,685 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 7 Mar 2017 130,051 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 121,164 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 114,284 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Rear tyres wearing thin.

Pass 28 Mar 2013 95,855 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 84,929 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 75,380 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 74,382 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 71,114 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 63,445 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2008 63,445 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Oct 2007 58,149 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2007 58,149 miles

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

O/S/R tyre tread low 2mm 225-55-ZR-16-95w Pirelli P6000

Pass 31 Oct 2006 51,500 miles

corrosion starting to rear metal brake pipes

corrosion starting to rear metal fuel pipes

slight play in both rear link bars

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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X159 WFM is a 2000 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 X159 WFM, 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 X159 WFM registered?

X159 WFM is a 2000 BMW 525, first registered on 9 November 2000.

Is X159 WFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for X159 WFM shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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