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GX51 CZU

2001 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

134,738 mi
Last recorded134,738 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2012
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX51 CZU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2012 134,738 miles

advise both front tyres wear on edges

Pass 30 Apr 2011 132,029 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 132,009 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 128,965 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2009 126,073 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 122,610 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 119,070 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 114,344 miles

advise both front tyre inner edge running low

Fail 5 May 2006 114,543 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

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

advise both front tyres on inner edges

advise near side rear tyre

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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GX51 CZU is a 2001 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GX51 CZU, 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 GX51 CZU?

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What year was GX51 CZU registered?

GX51 CZU is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 15 November 2001.

Is GX51 CZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX51 CZU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GX51 CZU have outstanding finance?

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