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NG51 VLH

2001 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

214,068 mi
Last recorded214,068 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2021
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG51 VLH
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2021 214,068 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear/center (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both lens (4.1.4 (b))

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Inner Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security prescribed areas and both inner sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both shockers (5.3.2 (b))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Feb 2020 196,070 miles

both rear brake pipes rust slightly both rear brake hoses worn slightly

Pass 28 Feb 2019 195,355 miles

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect n/side front (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/side rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2018 192,964 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 190,916 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 187,737 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2016 187,737 miles

Fuel pipe leaking AND CORRODED (7.2.3)

Offside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 184,922 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 181,659 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 Apr 2014 181,658 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 165,670 miles

near side front tyre to be change soon

Fail 4 Mar 2013 165,667 miles

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

near side front tyre to be change soon

Pass 1 Feb 2012 151,088 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2012 151,088 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 4 Jan 2011 136,905 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 119,106 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 103,033 miles

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)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2008 89,358 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 7 Jan 2008 89,358 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Jan 2007 78,720 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 73,801 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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NG51 VLH is a 2001 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 NG51 VLH, 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 NG51 VLH registered?

NG51 VLH is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 17 December 2001.

Is NG51 VLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG51 VLH shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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