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BJ51 EVL

2001 BMW X5

Grey Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2016
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

161,266 mi
Last recorded161,266 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2015
Typical for 2001 BMW X598,867 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ51 EVL
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2015 161,266 miles

offside front tyre has deep cut on tread

offside rear tyre has worn bald on inner tread and is starting to split

oil leak engine area

Fail 2 Mar 2015 161,160 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

offside front tyre has deep cut on tread

offside rear tyre has worn bald on inner tread and is starting to split

oil leak engine area

Pass 21 Mar 2014 155,001 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 21 Mar 2014 155,001 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 151,713 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Fail 27 Mar 2013 151,713 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 139,006 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 28 Mar 2012 139,006 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 132,685 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 18 Mar 2011 132,685 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 124,428 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

slight oil leak from engine

Pass 6 May 2009 120,036 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 106,577 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2007 106,145 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

adv on both front tyres on 1.6mm on edges and 2.mm

adv on both reae tyres on 1.6mm and edges

Pass 29 Mar 2006 81,903 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2006 81,663 miles

Offside Front Lower Radius arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the BMW X5?

Based on 1,735,343 MOT tests across 137,484 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
7,400
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
137,484
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,544
constant velocity joint gaiter split 29,936
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 29,587
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,930
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 21,276
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BJ51 EVL is a 2001 BMW X5 in Grey with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

Across all 2001 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 98,867 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW X5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,544 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BJ51 EVL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X5 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 25 years old, this BMW X5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJ51 EVL registered?

BJ51 EVL is a 2001 BMW X5, first registered on 10 October 2001.

Is BJ51 EVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ51 EVL shows 16 tests with a 56.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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