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LM51 ZZN

2001 BMW 525

Green Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2025
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

106,468 mi
Last recorded106,468 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2024
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM51 ZZN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2024 106,468 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both N/S and O/S Front too Rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2023 103,318 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 95,437 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 90,132 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 8 Dec 2021 90,132 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 235 45 17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 2 Dec 2020 85,622 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Track control arm joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Dec 2020 85,622 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Track control arm joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 May 2019 79,743 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2018 71,152 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 64,722 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/55/16 (4.1.E.1)

Fail 24 May 2017 64,721 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/55/16 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Nov 2016 62,511 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 59,642 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 54,256 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 53,292 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2014 53,292 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2013 51,361 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2013 51,361 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jan 2012 49,651 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 47,908 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 46,003 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2010 46,000 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 16 Jan 2009 41,827 miles

rear tyres close to limit

Pass 6 Dec 2007 36,518 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 31,277 miles

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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LM51 ZZN is a 2001 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LM51 ZZN, 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 LM51 ZZN registered?

LM51 ZZN is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 14 December 2001.

Is LM51 ZZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM51 ZZN shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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