MOT Stats


Vehicle types : Car : BMW : 525 : 1991

BMW 525 1991

Tests: 24

Pass rate: 70.83%

Most common fail reasons

#ReasonFail codeCategory%
1Excessive corrosion to, or weakened structure near any suspension mounting.5.3.6(a)(i)Major29%
2Suspension spring broken or seriously weakened.5.3.1(b)(i)Major29%
3Tyre with a cut in excess of the requirements.5.2.3(d)(i)Major29%
4Headlamp aim outwith limits.4.1.2(a)Major29%
5Excessive radial movement between the top of the steering column and the shaft.2.2.2(b)Major14%
6Suspension joint dust cover missing or ineffective.5.3.4(b)(ii)Major14%
7ESC switch damaged or not functioning correctly.7.12(d)Major14%
8Position lamp missing or inoperative.4.2.1(a)(ii)Major14%
9Steering ball joint with excessive wear.2.1.3(b)(i)Major14%
10Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded.1.1.12(f)(i)Major14%
Tests date range:
10th February 2023 to 9th February 2024

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