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LD51 YRK

2001 BMW 5 Series

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2012
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

149,464 mi
Last recorded149,464 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2011
Typical for 2001 BMW 5 Series106,542 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD51 YRK
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 20 Jul 2011 149,464 miles

N/S/R tyre is worn on the inner edge

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

O/S/F wheel arch is damaged

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

Rear diff slightly corroded

Unable to conduct full inspection due to covers

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 138,889 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Jul 2009 129,565 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 115,885 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 101,842 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 88,328 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2005 76,281 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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LD51 YRK is a 2001 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 LD51 YRK, 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 LD51 YRK registered?

LD51 YRK is a 2001 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 14 September 2001.

Is LD51 YRK safe to buy?

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