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BN51 JWZ

2001 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

168,521 mi
Last recorded168,521 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2016
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN51 JWZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2016 168,521 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2016 168,521 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Dec 2015 143,587 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 122,900 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2013 113,537 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 104,814 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2011 100,870 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2010 97,319 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2010 97,308 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Rear tyres are worn on inside edge.

Pass 25 Nov 2009 92,751 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2009 92,751 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 87,374 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2007 78,333 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Oct 2007 78,333 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 68,402 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2005 58,168 miles

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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BN51 JWZ is a 2001 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BN51 JWZ, 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 BN51 JWZ registered?

BN51 JWZ is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is BN51 JWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN51 JWZ shows 16 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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