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RO51 MVY

2001 BMW 525

Green Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2025
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

147,318 mi
Last recorded147,318 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2024
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO51 MVY
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2024 147,318 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill/jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material lightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill/jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2023 145,406 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 14 Feb 2023 145,405 miles

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

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Feb 2022 139,637 miles

Bottom covers fitted

Fail 4 Feb 2022 139,637 miles

Bottom covers fitted

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 139,633 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2021 139,633 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 138,911 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All slight corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Jun 2020 138,911 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All slight corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 135,105 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin All front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Fog light not working

Offside Rear Brake wear indicator damaged

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Jun 2019 135,105 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin All front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Fog light not working

Offside Rear Brake wear indicator damaged

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 131,700 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 129,017 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm left closed (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm left closed (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 123,093 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 118,356 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2015 118,356 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 113,339 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 105,511 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 100,844 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Mar 2011 95,341 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake discs lipped (worn). (advise replace)

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2010 89,992 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2009 83,169 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Mar 2008 75,451 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 26 Mar 2008 75,451 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Jan 2007 67,207 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 60,225 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 MVY is a 2001 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 MVY, 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 RO51 MVY registered?

RO51 MVY is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 3 October 2001.

Is RO51 MVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO51 MVY shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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