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BJZ 3407

2001 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

200,111 mi
Last recorded200,111 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2016
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJZ 3407
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2016 200,111 miles

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

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

Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Pass 4 Dec 2014 197,333 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

fuel pipes slighty corroded

Pass 5 Dec 2013 193,864 miles

fuel pipes slighty corroded

Pass 26 Sep 2012 191,155 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 15 Oct 2011 181,750 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

sill covers fitted

Pass 15 Oct 2011 181,750 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

sill covers fitted

Pass 22 Sep 2010 175,767 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

brake warning light on

How Reliable is the BMW 525?

Based on 724,963 MOT tests across 56,965 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
7,259
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
56,965
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,171
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,448
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,227
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,065
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 9,710
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BJZ 3407 is a 2001 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2001 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 106,448 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 525 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,171 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BJZ 3407, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 525 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 25 years old, this BMW 525 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJZ 3407 registered?

BJZ 3407 is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 3 May 2001.

Is BJZ 3407 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJZ 3407 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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