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KL51 JVC

2001 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

175,004 mi
Last recorded175,004 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2014
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL51 JVC
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2014 175,004 miles

Oil leak

Pass 6 Nov 2013 165,498 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 151,999 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 138,574 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 129,300 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 115,640 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 115,206 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

n/s/f tyre worn on inside edge

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 8 Sep 2008 104,360 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 95,677 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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KL51 JVC is a 2001 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KL51 JVC, 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 KL51 JVC?

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What year was KL51 JVC registered?

KL51 JVC is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 25 September 2001.

Is KL51 JVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KL51 JVC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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