£3,819
1989 BMW E34 525i
Barons • UK • 14 Jul 2020
Market Position:
Lowest 20% of Past Sales
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£3,819
1989 BMW E34 525i
UK • 14 Jul 2020
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This BMW E34 is a rare survivor with a documented history and desirable features. While the vendor claims it's a superb drive, potential buyers should verify its condition due to the 'Not Verified' disclaimer.
Condition
6
The car is described as a rare survivor with only one previous owner and a comprehensive service history. It features desirable options like an electric sunroof, windows, and mirrors. Recent maintenance includes a new battery and a valid MoT until December 2020. However, the description mentions an aftermarket stereo and notes that the condition is 'Not Verified' by Barons, requiring prospective buyers to verify the accuracy of the statements.
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121,944 miles (via 2025 MOT)
RHD
United Kingdom
F625 UHP
1989
Auction
£3,819
1989 BMW E34 525i
Barons • UK • 14 Jul 2020
Market Position:
Lowest 20% of Past Sales
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Description
The BMW E34 is the third generation of the BMW 5 Series, which was produced from 1987 until 1996.
Initially available only as a saloon, an Estate body was available from 1990.
The E34 series included the first all wheel drive 5 Series with the 525iX, and the first V8 in a 5 Series.
The E34 also saw the introduction of stability control, traction control, 6-speed manual transmission and adjustable damping.
There was an unusually large range of engines fitted over its lifetime as nine different engine families were used.
These consisted of four cylinder, straight six and V8 engines.
A rare survivor of this iconic BMW E34 Series.
The car has had only 1 previous owner, and comes with masses of service stamps in the service book.
It was reregistered to a lease company on 5th June 1989 and subsequently to Mr R Smith.
Equipped with electric sunroof, windows and mirrors, it also has a period aftermarket stereo.
Recent new battery fitted, Mo
T until December 2020.
The vendor says th...
Price Analysis vs Other 5 Series (E34) 525is
£1,830
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£6,269
Median Price (Since 2020)
£26,892
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on 20th May 2026
Latest MOT mileage:
121,944 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 21st May 2025, 121,944 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Failed
On 19th May 2025, 121,940 miles
There were 6 defects noted.
Major:
- Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Advisory:
- Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Passed
On 4th Sept 2023, 121,337 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Passed
On 4th Jul 2022, 120,953 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Minor:
- Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Advisory:
- Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
MOT Mileage Trend
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