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BJ51 WCY

2001 BMW 5 Series

Green Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

147,106 mi
Last recorded147,106 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2008
Typical for 2001 BMW 5 Series106,542 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ51 WCY
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2008 147,106 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 129,118 miles

both front brake discs worn

front brake pads half worn

Fail 30 Nov 2007 129,118 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

all brake discs worn

all brake pads half worn

Pass 3 Oct 2006 101,716 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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BJ51 WCY is a 2001 BMW 5 Series in Green with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 106,542 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BJ51 WCY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 25 years old, this BMW 5 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BJ51 WCY?

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What year was BJ51 WCY registered?

BJ51 WCY is a 2001 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 7 December 2001.

Is BJ51 WCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ51 WCY shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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