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GL51 HCX

2001 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

161,010 mi
Last recorded161,010 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2015
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL51 HCX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2015 161,010 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2014 151,358 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 145,171 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 137,821 miles

General surface corrosion to exhaust system in places.

Testing in wet conditions.

Fail 26 Sep 2012 137,821 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

General surface corrosion to exhaust system in places.

Testing in wet conditions.

Pass 20 Oct 2011 126,662 miles

both front antiroll bar link upper ball joint gaiters split

exhaust heat shield loose

o/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 19 Oct 2011 126,662 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

both front antiroll bar link upper ball joint gaiters split

eml staying on

engine misfire

exhaust heat shield loose

o/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 11 Nov 2010 120,605 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 109,779 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 97,691 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 20 Nov 2007 85,496 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2007 85,496 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Pass 7 Nov 2006 72,187 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 58,893 miles

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

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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GL51 HCX is a 2001 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 GL51 HCX, 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 GL51 HCX registered?

GL51 HCX is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 7 December 2001.

Is GL51 HCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL51 HCX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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