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KL51 XHN

2001 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2019
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

94,726 mi
Last recorded94,726 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2018
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL51 XHN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2018 94,726 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2018 94,726 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Dec 2017 93,027 miles

Engine light on dash

Fail 16 Dec 2017 93,027 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Engine light on dash

Pass 21 Dec 2016 90,957 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2016 90,926 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak ()

Fail 16 Dec 2016 90,912 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

EML on and running rough

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 19 Dec 2015 84,972 miles

both front tyres outer walls perished

both rear tyres in tread perishing

Fail 12 Dec 2015 84,795 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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

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

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

Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both front tyres outer walls perished

both rear tyres in tread perishing

Pass 10 Dec 2014 79,354 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 78,093 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2012 76,429 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 Dec 2012 76,429 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 74,558 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2011 74,558 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Nov 2010 71,922 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 69,485 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 67,071 miles

o/s/r tyre low tread

Fail 17 Dec 2008 67,071 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

o/s/r tyre low tread

Pass 4 Dec 2007 63,565 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 3 Dec 2007 63,535 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Dec 2006 54,850 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2005 41,676 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 XHN is a 2001 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

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 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 KL51 XHN, 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.

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What year was KL51 XHN registered?

KL51 XHN is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is KL51 XHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KL51 XHN shows 23 tests with a 60.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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