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RY51 PVK

2001 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

148,096 mi
Last recorded148,096 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2015
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY51 PVK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2015 148,096 miles

Centre Fuel pipe slightly damaged (7.2.2)

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

Fail 21 Aug 2014 136,422 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2014 136,422 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2013 126,116 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2011 112,270 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2011 112,270 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2010 102,879 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2009 94,053 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Gearbox rear coupling broken.

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

no screen wash fluid.

Pass 23 Jul 2009 94,053 miles

Gearbox rear coupling broken.

no screen wash fluid.

Pass 16 Feb 2008 86,375 miles

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

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

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Pass 31 Jul 2007 104,080 miles

Both sides rear tyres down to wear bars

Slight play in both sides rear anti-roll bar links

Slight play in n/s/f anti-roll bar link

Pass 3 Aug 2006 87,296 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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RY51 PVK is a 2001 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RY51 PVK, 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 RY51 PVK?

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What year was RY51 PVK registered?

RY51 PVK is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 27 December 2001.

Is RY51 PVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY51 PVK shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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