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RO51 LXD

2001 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

131,387 mi
Last recorded131,387 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2014
Typical for 2001 BMW 5 Series106,542 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO51 LXD
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2014 131,387 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 124,838 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 120,122 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2011 108,015 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jan 2011 108,015 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2010 95,121 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2009 82,974 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 70,980 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2008 70,980 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jul 2006 52,732 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2006 52,732 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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RO51 LXD is a 2001 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,979cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 RO51 LXD, 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 RO51 LXD?

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What year was RO51 LXD registered?

RO51 LXD is a 2001 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 24 October 2001.

Is RO51 LXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO51 LXD shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RO51 LXD have outstanding finance?

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