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KS51 XXK

2001 BMW 5 Series

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

136,721 mi
Last recorded136,721 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2014
Typical for 2001 BMW 5 Series106,542 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS51 XXK
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2014 136,721 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 133,310 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 133,310 miles

Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Sep 2012 131,125 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2012 131,125 miles

Front Horn control missing (1.6.1)

Rear Coil spring mounting loose (2.4.C.3a)

Fail 3 Sep 2011 123,556 miles

Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Rear Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Pass 3 Sep 2011 123,556 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 116,758 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 111,228 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 96,153 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 93,537 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 84,467 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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KS51 XXK is a 2001 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KS51 XXK, 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 KS51 XXK?

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What year was KS51 XXK registered?

KS51 XXK is a 2001 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is KS51 XXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS51 XXK shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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