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RG02 VXD

2001 BMW 5 Series

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2026
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

81,441 mi
Last recorded81,441 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW 5 Series106,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRG02 VXD
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2025 81,441 miles

Fuel cap seal perished

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front lower suspension arms, bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Feb 2025 81,436 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Rear, both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fuel cap seal perished

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive Power steering fluid (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front lower suspension arms, bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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RG02 VXD is a 2001 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2001 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 106,542 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 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RG02 VXD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 25 years old, this BMW 5 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RG02 VXD?

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What year was RG02 VXD registered?

RG02 VXD is a 2001 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is RG02 VXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for RG02 VXD shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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