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LT51 XCU

2001 BMW 5 Series

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

125,559 mi
Last recorded125,559 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2016
Typical for 2001 BMW 5 Series106,542 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT51 XCU
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2016 125,559 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 107,277 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 99,037 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2014 99,037 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

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

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 95,406 miles

BRAKE PADS WARNING LIGHT ON

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 20 Feb 2012 88,740 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 84,004 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 78,824 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 74,607 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 68,676 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 63,688 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 59,502 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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LT51 XCU is a 2001 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LT51 XCU, 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

How do I check the history of LT51 XCU?

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What year was LT51 XCU registered?

LT51 XCU is a 2001 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is LT51 XCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT51 XCU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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