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X329 TJX

2001 BMW 5 Series

Green Diesel 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

182,584 mi
Last recorded182,584 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2016
Typical for 2001 BMW 5 Series106,542 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX329 TJX
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2016 182,584 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2016 182,584 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 3 Aug 2015

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

Pass 27 Aug 2014 171,253 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 162,428 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2011 150,713 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 15 Nov 2010 138,356 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2009 122,122 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Nov 2008 103,662 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2007 90,825 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Nov 2006 82,366 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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X329 TJX is a 2001 BMW 5 Series in Green with a 3,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 X329 TJX, 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

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What year was X329 TJX registered?

X329 TJX is a 2001 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 4 January 2001.

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