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X301 BLE

2000 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

135,129 mi
Last recorded135,129 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2020
Typical for 2000 BMW 525106,192 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX301 BLE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2020 135,129 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 133,716 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2015

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

under trays and outer sill covers fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 22 Nov 2014 124,874 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 116,980 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 22 Nov 2012 107,915 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2011 99,099 miles

Oil leak

Pass 24 Nov 2010 91,439 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 84,372 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 74,545 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2008 74,543 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 26 Nov 2007 66,085 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 57,091 miles

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

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

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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X301 BLE is a 2000 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2000 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 106,192 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 X301 BLE, 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 26 years old, this BMW 525 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X301 BLE registered?

X301 BLE is a 2000 BMW 525, first registered on 31 October 2000.

Is X301 BLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for X301 BLE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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