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RO51 NLN

2001 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2024
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

191,364 mi
Last recorded191,364 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2023
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO51 NLN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2023 191,364 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipes (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 190,585 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 21 Nov 2022 190,585 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Nov 2021 189,251 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust flexi pipes (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 188,110 miles

SURFACE CORROSION ON BOTH FRONT COIL SPRINGS

SURFACE CORROSION ON N/S REAR OF OUTER SILL

Pass 15 Nov 2019 187,017 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 180,449 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 174,785 miles

exhaust font flexis blowing

Pass 7 Nov 2016 168,368 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipes starting to blow (7.1.2)

Fail 7 Nov 2016 168,368 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipes starting to blow (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Nov 2015 162,207 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe flexi joint (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 152,673 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Nov 2013 142,617 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 132,519 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 121,735 miles

o/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 25 Nov 2010 111,039 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2009 99,843 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 86,503 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2008 86,503 miles

Nearside Rear Panhard rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Nov 2007 74,782 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 56,490 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 50,429 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 NLN is a 2001 BMW 525 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 NLN, 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 NLN?

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What year was RO51 NLN registered?

RO51 NLN is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 28 November 2001.

Is RO51 NLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO51 NLN shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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