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X437 EJM

2001 BMW 525

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

99,028 mi
Last recorded99,028 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2013
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX437 EJM
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2013 99,028 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Nov 2012 91,672 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Jun 2011 83,864 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2010 75,150 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 67,438 miles

Nearside front tyre tread worn out on outer edge [Continental 225/55 X 16W]

Pass 12 Feb 2008 55,377 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 47,696 miles

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

Fail 7 Feb 2007 47,696 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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X437 EJM is a 2001 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 X437 EJM, 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.

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What year was X437 EJM registered?

X437 EJM is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 14 February 2001.

Is X437 EJM safe to buy?

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