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LD51 ZRK

2001 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

144,040 mi
Last recorded144,040 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2017
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD51 ZRK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2017 144,040 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 20 Sep 2017 144,039 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 16 Sep 2016 143,185 miles

both rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 11 Sep 2015 141,514 miles

oil leak from engine

Pass 15 Sep 2014 140,669 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2014 140,669 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage cracked (2.4.G.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 137,718 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2012 135,753 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Oct 2010 131,215 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2010 131,215 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 126,172 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 119,720 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2008 119,720 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 Oct 2007 113,303 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2007 113,303 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 28 Oct 2006 105,259 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2006 105,244 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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LD51 ZRK is a 2001 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LD51 ZRK, 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

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What year was LD51 ZRK registered?

LD51 ZRK is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 25 September 2001.

Is LD51 ZRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD51 ZRK shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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