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BN51 PDZ

2001 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

136,541 mi
Last recorded136,541 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2013
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2013 136,541 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 130,161 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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)

Pass 27 Jan 2011 123,403 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 115,391 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2010 115,391 miles

Nearside Front Upper Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 12 Dec 2008 108,846 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2008 108,846 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Nov 2007 101,371 miles

slight play in both front arm mountings

Pass 27 Nov 2006 95,334 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2005 86,624 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2005 86,608 miles

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

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 PDZ is a 2001 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BN51 PDZ, 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

How do I check the history of BN51 PDZ?

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What year was BN51 PDZ registered?

BN51 PDZ is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 21 September 2001.

Is BN51 PDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN51 PDZ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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