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LR51 YTJ

2001 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

148,233 mi
Last recorded148,233 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2019
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR51 YTJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2019 148,233 miles

Offside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel rack end (2.3 (a) (i))

slight oil leak

Fail 13 Nov 2019 148,233 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel rack end (2.3 (a) (i))

slight oil leak

Pass 8 Nov 2018 145,956 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 142,315 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 139,666 miles

Both rear tyres worn down too 3mm.

Nearside Rear Slight movement in suspension bushes.

Offside Front Slight movement in suspension arm bush.

Pass 10 Nov 2015 136,086 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 130,427 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 Nov 2013 126,047 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2013 125,873 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 122,114 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 116,150 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2011 116,119 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2010 109,181 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 99,524 miles

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

exhaust rear box heat shield insecure

Fail 3 Nov 2009 99,492 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

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

exhaust rear box heat shield insecure

Pass 6 Nov 2008 86,254 miles

n/side rear & o/side front tyres worn to the limit

Pass 15 Oct 2007 73,987 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2006 61,945 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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LR51 YTJ is a 2001 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LR51 YTJ, 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

How do I check the history of LR51 YTJ?

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What year was LR51 YTJ registered?

LR51 YTJ is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 4 October 2001.

Is LR51 YTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR51 YTJ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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