1997 BMW 528i MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for 528i models manufactured in 1997, based on 351 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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View 1997 BMW 528i vintage page → (45.0% current pass rate)1997 BMW 528i MOT Analysis
The 1997 BMW 528i has an MOT pass rate of 52.7% based on 351 tests — below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 128,721 miles on the odometer. With a 47.3% failure rate, the 1997 528i is rated as "Poor" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1997 BMW 528i is Driver's View of the Road, responsible for 0.3% of failures. Driver's View of the Road issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs range from £100–400.
Top failures specific to 1997 models only. The overall 528i page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Driver's View Of The Road | 0.3% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 128,721 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 0.02 | 0.3% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1997 BMW 528i has an MOT pass rate of 52.7% based on 351 tests — below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 128,721 miles on the odometer. With a 47.3% failure rate, the 1997 528i is rated as "Poor" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1997 BMW 528i, be prepared for above-average maintenance costs. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to driver's view of the road: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights. With an average mileage of 128,721 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.
Driver's View of the Road — 0.3% of failures
Driver's View of the Road issues account for 0.3% of MOT failures on 1997 BMW 528i models. Driver's View of the Road issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.