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KJ51 MFX

2001 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

160,608 mi
Last recorded160,608 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2009
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ51 MFX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 7 Sep 2009 160,608 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 157,228 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Sep 2007 154,359 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 150,380 miles

Nearside 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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KJ51 MFX is a 2001 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KJ51 MFX, 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 KJ51 MFX?

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What year was KJ51 MFX registered?

KJ51 MFX is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is KJ51 MFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJ51 MFX shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KJ51 MFX have outstanding finance?

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