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S1 DFV

2001 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Tests0 (0 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS1 DFV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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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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S1 DFV is a 2001 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 0 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S1 DFV, 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.

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What year was S1 DFV registered?

S1 DFV is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 1 February 2001.

Is S1 DFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S1 DFV shows 0 tests with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S1 DFV have outstanding finance?

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