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RV51 PKX

2001 BMW 525

Green Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

168,482 mi
Last recorded168,482 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2019
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2019 168,482 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 168,476 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2016 156,784 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 150,217 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 143,359 miles

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

Fail 15 Jul 2014 143,359 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2013 135,122 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2013 135,122 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk cable has broken strands (5.2.4b)

n/s o/s front lift in shocker

Pass 18 Jul 2012 127,256 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 120,056 miles

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge.

Fail 5 Aug 2011 120,056 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge.

Pass 5 Aug 2010 112,388 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 105,214 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 93,608 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 82,710 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2007 82,365 miles

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 67,904 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 PKX is a 2001 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 PKX, 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 RV51 PKX registered?

RV51 PKX is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is RV51 PKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV51 PKX shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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