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X518 ELK

2001 BMW 5 Series

Blue Petrol 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2019
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

139,009 mi
Last recorded139,009 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2018
Typical for 2001 BMW 5 Series106,542 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX518 ELK
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2018 139,009 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 130,613 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 125,351 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 28 Oct 2015 124,093 miles

under body covers + eng. covers fitted

Pass 22 Nov 2014 113,148 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2014 113,141 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2013 102,295 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 92,948 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2011 81,615 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2010 71,929 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 66,454 miles

Oil leak

Pass 29 Nov 2008 61,748 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2007 57,655 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2006 53,781 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2005 40,388 miles

O/S/R A/R/B drop link slight wear lower joint

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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X518 ELK is a 2001 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 X518 ELK, 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 X518 ELK registered?

X518 ELK is a 2001 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 31 January 2001.

Is X518 ELK safe to buy?

The MOT history for X518 ELK shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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