MOT Stats


Vehicle types : Car : BMW : 525 : 1988

BMW 525 1988

Tests: 21

Pass rate: 66.67%

Most common fail reasons

#ReasonFail codeCategory%
1Excessive corrosion to, or weakened structure near any suspension mounting.5.3.6(a)(i)Major57%
2Suspension pin, bush, joint or bearing excessively worn.5.3.4(a)(i)Major29%
3Windscreen washers not providing sufficient fluid.3.5(a)Major14%
4Constant velocity joint boot missing, split, insecure or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt.6.1.7(g)(ii)Major14%
5Stop lamps all missing or inoperative.4.3.1(a)(iii)Dangerous14%
6Direction indicator lamp missing or inoperative.4.4.1(a)(ii)Major14%
7Fog lamp inoperative or rear fog lamp missing.4.5.1(a)(ii)Major14%
8Brake hose excessively damaged, twisted or stretched.1.1.12(b)(ii)Major14%
9Fluid leaking excessively and likely to harm the environment or to pose a safety risk to other road users.8.4.1(a)(i)Major14%
10Wiper blade missing or not clearing the windscreen.3.4(b)(ii)Major14%
Tests date range:
10th February 2023 to 9th February 2024

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