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RV51 EFK

2001 BMW 525

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

139,643 mi
Last recorded139,643 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV51 EFK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 139,643 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))

undertrays fitted

Pass 16 Jun 2024 137,001 miles

vey wet test

Fail 16 Jun 2024 137,001 miles

vey wet test

Nearside Front Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 133,105 miles

Front tyres have slight wear on inners

Pass 6 Jun 2022 127,256 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

wet test carried out

Pass 24 May 2021 118,601 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 22 Jun 2020 111,692 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 95,663 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Rear 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 94,139 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 92,212 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 90,087 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 78,736 miles

O/S/F TYRE WEARING ON THE OUTSIDE EDGE.

Pass 14 Jul 2014 61,395 miles

front brake pads getting low

Pass 4 Mar 2013 37,982 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 37,546 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2012 37,545 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 36,457 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 34,086 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 31,558 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 29,040 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 27,023 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 23,920 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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RV51 EFK is a 2001 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 RV51 EFK, 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 RV51 EFK?

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What year was RV51 EFK registered?

RV51 EFK is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 26 September 2001.

Is RV51 EFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV51 EFK shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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