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RV51 ZPU

2001 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,726 mi
Last recorded50,726 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV51 ZPU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 6 Nov 2025 50,726 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 48,194 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 43,091 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2022 38,408 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2021 35,750 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2020 34,231 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 29,980 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 25,974 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 22,963 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 21,898 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 21,101 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 19,774 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 18,807 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 17,494 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 16,314 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 15,591 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 13,957 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 12,622 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 11,254 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 10,021 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 ZPU is a 2001 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ZPU, 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 ZPU?

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What year was RV51 ZPU registered?

RV51 ZPU is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 19 November 2001.

Is RV51 ZPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV51 ZPU shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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