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RO51 MKC

2001 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

177,343 mi
Last recorded177,343 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2012
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO51 MKC
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2012 177,343 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 165,170 miles

advise both front exhaust brackets corroded

Pass 25 Aug 2010 148,828 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 148,828 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 130,027 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN ON INSIDE EDGES DUE TO CONDITION OF LOWER SUSP ARMS. O/S/F IS ON THE LEGAL LIMIT OF 1.6 MM IN CENTRAL 3 1/4'S. ADVISE IMEDIATE REPLACEMENT.

STRONGLY ADVISE BOTH FRONT MOST LOWER SUSPENSION ARM BUSHES ARE DETERIORATED BUT NOT YET CONSIDERED EXCESSIVE.

Pass 26 Aug 2008 115,426 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 98,071 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 77,604 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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RO51 MKC is a 2001 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 RO51 MKC, 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 RO51 MKC?

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What year was RO51 MKC registered?

RO51 MKC is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 4 October 2001.

Is RO51 MKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO51 MKC shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RO51 MKC have outstanding finance?

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