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LB51 HSD

2001 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

170,176 mi
Last recorded170,176 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2014
Typical for 2001 BMW 5 Series106,542 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB51 HSD
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 19 Dec 2014 170,176 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Dec 2013 161,322 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Dec 2012 151,564 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 141,825 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 128,061 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

both front brake discs slightly worn

offside front headlight ride height sensor in suspension fractured

Pass 22 Oct 2009 108,185 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2008 87,714 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 71,540 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2006 57,241 miles

both rear anti roll bar bushes have very slight play in them

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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LB51 HSD is a 2001 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LB51 HSD, 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

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What year was LB51 HSD registered?

LB51 HSD is a 2001 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 7 November 2001.

Is LB51 HSD safe to buy?

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