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SH51 TYO

2001 BMW 5 Series

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

87,501 mi
Last recorded87,501 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2020
Typical for 2001 BMW 5 Series106,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH51 TYO
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2020 87,501 miles

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 18 Feb 2020 87,501 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 Dec 2018 80,336 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 78,305 miles

Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended both wishbone bushes wo (2.4.F.3)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 74,533 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit bnoth right on legal limits (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Nov 2015 70,625 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 69,277 miles

2 brake pipes front to rear slightly corroded.

Pass 3 Dec 2013 67,760 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2013 67,760 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2012 65,556 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2011 63,300 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 60,339 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2010 60,339 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

slight lift at nearside front anti roll bar link

Pass 15 Dec 2009 57,027 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 53,797 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2007 49,910 miles

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

unable to see sills and some floor areas due to covers

Pass 10 Oct 2006 46,122 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2005 42,304 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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SH51 TYO is a 2001 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SH51 TYO, 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 SH51 TYO?

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What year was SH51 TYO registered?

SH51 TYO is a 2001 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 15 December 2001.

Is SH51 TYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH51 TYO shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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