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RV51 EZL

2001 BMW 540

Black Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

167,729 mi
Last recorded167,729 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2018
Typical for 2001 BMW 540106,299 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV51 EZL
MakeBMW
Model540
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2018 167,729 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 166,449 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2016 163,758 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2016 163,758 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 159,249 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 154,435 miles

ADVISE SLIGHT PLAY IN STEERING BOX

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 148,257 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 139,435 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 130,461 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2011 130,461 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 118,684 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2010 118,684 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

advise near side rear brake disc worn and pitted

Pass 20 Aug 2009 106,408 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 98,914 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 90,612 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2007 90,445 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 75,939 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 75,939 miles

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

Rear Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)

How Reliable is the BMW 540?

Based on 50,016 MOT tests across 4,152 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
4,801
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
4,152
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,881
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,341
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,599
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,360
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,334
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RV51 EZL is a 2001 BMW 540 in Black with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2001 BMW 540 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 106,299 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 540 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,881 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RV51 EZL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 540 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 25 years old, this BMW 540 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RV51 EZL registered?

RV51 EZL is a 2001 BMW 540, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is RV51 EZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV51 EZL shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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