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LC51 FDL

2001 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

159,213 mi
Last recorded159,213 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2013
Typical for 2001 BMW X598,867 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC51 FDL
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2013 159,213 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 156,487 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2012 149,229 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2012 149,229 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 139,047 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 130,474 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 113,819 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 13 Nov 2008 113,819 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 28 Feb 2008 105,046 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 105,046 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 87,033 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2007 87,033 miles

Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

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

both front door mirrors in poor condition

heavy steering judder around 30mph

Pass 8 Feb 2006 65,817 miles

How Reliable is the BMW X5?

Based on 1,735,343 MOT tests across 137,484 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
7,400
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
137,484
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,544
constant velocity joint gaiter split 29,936
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 29,587
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,930
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 21,276
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LC51 FDL is a 2001 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2001 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 98,867 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW X5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,544 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LC51 FDL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X5 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 25 years old, this BMW X5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LC51 FDL registered?

LC51 FDL is a 2001 BMW X5, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is LC51 FDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC51 FDL shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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