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RA51 YWG

2001 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

224,671 mi
Last recorded224,671 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2011
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA51 YWG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2011 224,671 miles

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

Front brake discs slightly corroded and worn low

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

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Jan 2010 195,259 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

bonnet safety catch poor operation.

brake pad warning indicator lamp illuminated.

engine oil level low of maximum.

Pass 28 Jan 2009 161,662 miles

All brake pipes showing signs of corrosion.

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake pads getting low.

Front exhaust mount heavily corroded but secure.

Horn weak but still loud enough to be heard by other road users.

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear number plate slightly deteriorated.

Rear tyres down to 3mm tread.

Vehicle has extensive under body cowling.

Pass 25 Jan 2008 131,965 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 25 Jan 2008 131,965 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 23 Jan 2007 115,052 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

brake pad warning lamp staying on.

trays fitted to underside of vehicle no allowing full inspection.

Pass 23 Jan 2007 115,052 miles

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

brake pad warning lamp staying on.

trays fitted to underside of vehicle no allowing full inspection.

Pass 27 Jan 2006 95,960 miles

engine oil level low of maximum.

underbody trays fitted to vehicle.

Fail 27 Jan 2006 95,960 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

engine oil level low of maximum.

underbody trays fitted to vehicle.

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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RA51 YWG is a 2001 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RA51 YWG, 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 RA51 YWG registered?

RA51 YWG is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 19 December 2001.

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