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LT51 XDY

2001 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

22,992 mi
Last recorded22,992 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT51 XDY
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 22,992 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 22,989 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 22,972 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 22,969 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 22,918 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 22,880 miles

Engine covers fitted

Under covers fitted

Fail 6 Aug 2019 22,880 miles

Engine covers fitted

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Under covers fitted

Pass 6 Aug 2018 22,801 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 22,657 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 22,560 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 22,460 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 22,271 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 22,163 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 22,062 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 21,888 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 21,635 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 21,004 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 18,707 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 16,528 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 14,745 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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LT51 XDY is a 2001 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 LT51 XDY, 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 LT51 XDY?

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What year was LT51 XDY registered?

LT51 XDY is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is LT51 XDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT51 XDY shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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