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GL51 OTP

2001 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

173,169 mi
Last recorded173,169 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2013
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL51 OTP
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2013 173,169 miles

Nearside front bumber slightly insecure

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Aug 2012 167,056 miles

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

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

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 3 Feb 2011 157,862 miles

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

nearside rear brake disc in poor condition

Pass 6 Nov 2009 151,388 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 26 Nov 2007 140,729 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edge. 225/55/16w p7.

n/s handbrake effort low.

stone chips in windscrren.

Pass 4 Dec 2006 130,651 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2006 130,409 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

vehicle tested in wet conditions.

Pass 6 Dec 2005 120,179 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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GL51 OTP is a 2001 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 OTP, 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 OTP registered?

GL51 OTP is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 27 December 2001.

Is GL51 OTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL51 OTP shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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