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X298 UYW

2001 BMW 5 Series

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

114,715 mi
Last recorded114,715 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2015
Typical for 2001 BMW 5 Series106,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX298 UYW
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2015 114,715 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 101,440 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 101,431 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2012 89,376 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 75,845 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 71,213 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 13 Jan 2009 63,115 miles

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 16 Jan 2008 55,796 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 48,279 miles

n/s/r tyre tread depth on limit

Pass 17 Jan 2006 42,171 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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X298 UYW is a 2001 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 X298 UYW, 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 X298 UYW?

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What year was X298 UYW registered?

X298 UYW is a 2001 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 22 January 2001.

Is X298 UYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for X298 UYW shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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