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RV51 EVG

2001 BMW 525

Green Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

163,898 mi
Last recorded163,898 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2020
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV51 EVG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2020 163,898 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2020 163,898 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2019 154,435 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 22 Mar 2018 136,828 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 121,355 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 115,020 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 107,659 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 103,707 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2014 103,707 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2013 100,767 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2012 94,891 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 94,891 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2011 80,490 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Mar 2011 80,490 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 71,920 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Mar 2009 69,026 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 66,712 miles

half engine tray fitted.

Pass 16 Mar 2007 63,019 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 47,989 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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 EVG is a 2001 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 EVG, 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 EVG?

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What year was RV51 EVG registered?

RV51 EVG is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 5 October 2001.

Is RV51 EVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV51 EVG shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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