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LX51 UOH

2001 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

64,288 mi
Last recorded64,288 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2021
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX51 UOH
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2021 64,288 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2021 64,284 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Aug 2020 63,488 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 62,221 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 60,695 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 58,720 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 55,337 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 52,090 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 49,110 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 45,905 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2012 43,219 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 43,219 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 40,680 miles

spare wheel and tyre diff size from road wheels

Pass 11 Jun 2010 38,414 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

offside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 17 Jun 2009 35,618 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both wiper blades staring to deteriorate

Pass 19 Jun 2008 32,764 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 29,406 miles

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)

Pass 13 Jun 2006 26,739 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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LX51 UOH is a 2001 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LX51 UOH, 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

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What year was LX51 UOH registered?

LX51 UOH is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 4 December 2001.

Is LX51 UOH safe to buy?

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