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PE51 OHL

2001 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

199,389 mi
Last recorded199,389 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2014
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE51 OHL
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Fail 11 Sep 2014 199,389 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 199,389 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 190,298 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 182,802 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 176,900 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 166,371 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 157,018 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 151,269 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 144,124 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 136,502 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 111,171 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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PE51 OHL is a 2001 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 PE51 OHL, 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 PE51 OHL?

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What year was PE51 OHL registered?

PE51 OHL is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 27 September 2001.

Is PE51 OHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE51 OHL shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PE51 OHL have outstanding finance?

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