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HV51 CZN

2001 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

114,255 mi
Last recorded114,255 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2017
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV51 CZN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2017 114,255 miles

Nearside Rear Air suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Offside Rear Air suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 103,358 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 95,517 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 30 Jun 2015 95,515 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 84,263 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

brake pad warning light on n/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

engine management light on

Fail 2 Jul 2013 74,031 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

brake pad warning light is on front and wires are broken

Pass 2 Jul 2013 74,031 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

brake pad warning light is on front and wires are broken

Pass 28 Jul 2012 64,800 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 64,790 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 57,260 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 54,809 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2010 54,809 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 19 Sep 2009 48,750 miles

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

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

washer jets blocked

Pass 19 Sep 2008 36,309 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2008 36,309 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Sep 2007 30,737 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 28,968 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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HV51 CZN is a 2001 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HV51 CZN, 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 HV51 CZN registered?

HV51 CZN is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is HV51 CZN safe to buy?

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