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LA51 XGB

2001 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

149,020 mi
Last recorded149,020 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2010
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA51 XGB
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2010 149,020 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2009 137,829 miles

Nearside front tyre wearing low on inner and outer edges

Offside front tyre is bald on the inner and outer edge

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Dec 2008 128,191 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

both rear tyres are on 2mm mark

nearside front roll bar link top cover split

rear brake pads are wearing low

Fail 13 Dec 2007 118,701 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2007 118,701 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2006 106,557 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2005 90,972 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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LA51 XGB is a 2001 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LA51 XGB, 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 LA51 XGB?

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What year was LA51 XGB registered?

LA51 XGB is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is LA51 XGB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA51 XGB shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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