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LS51 YBO

2001 BMW 5 Series

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

128,337 mi
Last recorded128,337 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2016
Typical for 2001 BMW 5 Series106,542 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS51 YBO
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2016 128,337 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 107,927 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 90,323 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 79,687 miles

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

Fail 5 Sep 2013 79,687 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 12 Oct 2012 75,507 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2012 75,507 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 19 Oct 2011 72,124 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2011 72,124 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 68,457 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 64,091 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 30 Oct 2008 57,160 miles

Nearside Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 24 Oct 2007 50,033 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 42,566 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2005 35,298 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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LS51 YBO is a 2001 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LS51 YBO, 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 LS51 YBO registered?

LS51 YBO is a 2001 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 31 October 2001.

Is LS51 YBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS51 YBO shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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