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X3 OJE

2001 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

103,227 mi
Last recorded103,227 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2021
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX3 OJE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2021 103,227 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 101,410 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 98,590 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 95,530 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 91,610 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 88,691 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 85,230 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

oil leak

Pass 25 Sep 2014 82,248 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Pass 19 Sep 2013 77,630 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Pass 19 Sep 2012 72,811 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2011 68,441 miles

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

Fail 14 Sep 2011 68,441 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2010 63,751 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 58,892 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 53,221 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 49,152 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 44,006 miles

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

Offside Front 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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X3 OJE is a 2001 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 X3 OJE, 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 X3 OJE registered?

X3 OJE is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 18 January 2001.

Is X3 OJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for X3 OJE shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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