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CN51 NTB

2001 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

198,920 mi
Last recorded198,920 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2016
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN51 NTB
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 27 Jun 2016 198,920 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2015 188,755 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 175,817 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 162,655 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2012 147,385 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 134,133 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 127,849 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

unable to check centre brake pipes due to covers

Pass 17 Aug 2009 117,916 miles

Nearside 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)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 106,278 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 94,466 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 82,247 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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CN51 NTB is a 2001 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CN51 NTB, 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 CN51 NTB registered?

CN51 NTB is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is CN51 NTB safe to buy?

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