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PL51 FCF

2001 BMW 525

Red Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

91,824 mi
Last recorded91,824 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL51 FCF
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 91,824 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 90,178 miles
Fail 12 May 2025 90,178 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 30 Dec 2023 88,968 miles
Pass 26 Dec 2022 88,631 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 88,383 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 87,528 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 84,404 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 81,281 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 78,093 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2017 78,093 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded of front to rear x 2 of (3.6.B.2c)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 29 Nov 2016 74,574 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 70,650 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 67,455 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 64,323 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 61,049 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2012 61,049 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Nov 2011 58,364 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 55,352 miles

all 4 tyres getting low and cracking!!

Pass 26 Nov 2009 52,659 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 47,726 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2008 43,680 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

BOTH N/S & O/S REAR TYRES CRACKING BADLY IN TREAD PATTERN,

Pass 30 Nov 2007 42,574 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 36,816 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2005 29,046 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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PL51 FCF is a 2001 BMW 525 in Red with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 PL51 FCF, 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 PL51 FCF?

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What year was PL51 FCF registered?

PL51 FCF is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 15 November 2001.

Is PL51 FCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL51 FCF shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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