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SG51 CKO

2001 BMW 5 Series

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

137,946 mi
Last recorded137,946 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2007
Typical for 2001 BMW 5 Series106,542 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG51 CKO
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2007 137,946 miles

brake pads warning light on

Fail 13 Aug 2007 137,946 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

brake pads warning light on

Pass 29 Jul 2006 118,402 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2005 97,593 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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SG51 CKO is a 2001 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 106,542 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SG51 CKO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 25 years old, this BMW 5 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SG51 CKO?

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What year was SG51 CKO registered?

SG51 CKO is a 2001 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is SG51 CKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG51 CKO shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SG51 CKO have outstanding finance?

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