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X366 YFG

2001 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

118,982 mi
Last recorded118,982 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2017
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX366 YFG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2017 118,982 miles

rear tyres low

Fail 24 May 2017 118,959 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both front (3.5.1g)

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

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2016 108,389 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2014 97,866 miles

Rear brake pipes slightly corroded.

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Dec 2014 97,866 miles

Rear brake pipes slightly corroded.

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Dec 2013 87,644 miles

Nearside door mirror casing damaged.

Pass 31 Dec 2012 80,405 miles

nearside door mirror casing damaged.

Fail 15 Dec 2012 80,395 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Dec 2011 73,186 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2011 73,186 miles

Centre Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Pass 4 Jan 2011 58,051 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 43,196 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Jan 2010 43,196 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2008 27,927 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 26,450 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2007 26,447 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 19 Jan 2006 23,174 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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X366 YFG is a 2001 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 X366 YFG, 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

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What year was X366 YFG registered?

X366 YFG is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 24 January 2001.

Is X366 YFG safe to buy?

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