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LW51 XRR

2001 BMW 5 Series

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

174,414 mi
Last recorded174,414 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2013
Typical for 2001 BMW 5 Series106,542 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW51 XRR
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2013 174,414 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 161,837 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2011 146,295 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2011 146,290 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2010 132,845 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 116,176 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2008 105,397 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 91,349 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 76,168 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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LW51 XRR is a 2001 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LW51 XRR, 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 LW51 XRR?

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What year was LW51 XRR registered?

LW51 XRR is a 2001 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 27 September 2001.

Is LW51 XRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LW51 XRR shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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