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WN51 ENH

2001 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2018
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

92,472 mi
Last recorded92,472 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2017
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN51 ENH
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2017 92,472 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2016 83,751 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2015 78,876 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 78,876 miles

Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jan 2014 74,396 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 73,319 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 67,279 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2012 67,248 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 62,171 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 57,192 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges.

Oil leaks around engine.

Fail 3 Aug 2010 57,178 miles

Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges.

Oil leaks around engine.

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 52,561 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 47,902 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2008 47,902 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Aug 2007 42,675 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Nov 2006 38,472 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2005 32,946 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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WN51 ENH is a 2001 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 WN51 ENH, 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 WN51 ENH?

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What year was WN51 ENH registered?

WN51 ENH is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 20 September 2001.

Is WN51 ENH safe to buy?

The MOT history for WN51 ENH shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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