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KL51 JYZ

2001 BMW 5 Series

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

156,550 mi
Last recorded156,550 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2015
Typical for 2001 BMW 5 Series106,542 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL51 JYZ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2015 156,550 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 12 Sep 2015 156,550 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2014 137,971 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Oct 2014 137,971 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Oct 2013 129,798 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2012 122,788 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Fail 30 Oct 2012 122,773 miles

Offside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2011 116,150 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 108,290 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 101,935 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 96,435 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 89,556 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 83,554 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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KL51 JYZ is a 2001 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2001 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 106,542 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KL51 JYZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 25 years old, this BMW 5 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KL51 JYZ?

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What year was KL51 JYZ registered?

KL51 JYZ is a 2001 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 22 October 2001.

Is KL51 JYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KL51 JYZ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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