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LC51 NWJ

2001 BMW 5 Series

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2008
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,243 mi
Last recorded73,243 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2007
Typical for 2001 BMW 5 Series106,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC51 NWJ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 7 Nov 2007 73,243 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 51,304 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2005 43,615 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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LC51 NWJ is a 2001 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 LC51 NWJ, 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 LC51 NWJ?

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What year was LC51 NWJ registered?

LC51 NWJ is a 2001 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 26 October 2001.

Is LC51 NWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC51 NWJ shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LC51 NWJ have outstanding finance?

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