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GU51 WLN

2001 BMW 525

Green Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

166,042 mi
Last recorded166,042 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2018
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU51 WLN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2018 166,042 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 163,050 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 162,628 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 156,182 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 156,182 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 154,697 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 153,091 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2011 146,440 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 139,094 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 131,114 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 124,673 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2007 117,496 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front brake pads appear low

washers working ok (require slight adjustment)

Pass 16 Nov 2006 109,748 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Fail 16 Nov 2006 109,748 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 19 Oct 2005 92,826 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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GU51 WLN is a 2001 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 GU51 WLN, 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 GU51 WLN registered?

GU51 WLN is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is GU51 WLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU51 WLN shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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