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MU51 AZO

2001 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2019
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

126,368 mi
Last recorded126,368 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2018
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMU51 AZO
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2018 126,368 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 118,783 miles

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

N/S/F tyre, heavy wear to inner and outer edges

Fail 31 Jan 2017 118,498 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Statutory seat belt missing rear central lock mechanism (5.1.1)

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

N/S/F tyre, heavy wear to inner and outer edges

Pass 26 Jan 2016 112,252 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush Both front D bushes slight play (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 25 Jan 2016 112,249 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush Both front D bushes slight play (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 103,881 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2014 103,881 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 28 Nov 2013 96,920 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2013 96,920 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2012 88,001 miles

Oil leak

Fail 14 Dec 2012 88,001 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Dec 2011 77,798 miles

Both rear top back arm ball joint dust covers coming away.

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jan 2011 70,499 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2011 70,499 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 15 Jan 2010 60,132 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2010 60,132 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 22 Dec 2008 50,792 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 40,144 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 28,957 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 25,838 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2006 25,838 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jan 2006 15,773 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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MU51 AZO is a 2001 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MU51 AZO, 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 MU51 AZO registered?

MU51 AZO is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 19 November 2001.

Is MU51 AZO safe to buy?

The MOT history for MU51 AZO shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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