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X537 ENB

2001 BMW 525

Red Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

136,946 mi
Last recorded136,946 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2020
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX537 ENB
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2020 136,946 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2019 136,204 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2018 133,505 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 130,767 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2015 125,807 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 122,713 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2014 122,700 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear 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 Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Oct 2013 117,652 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 114,040 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2012 114,016 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 10 Oct 2011 104,011 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Oct 2010 94,429 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 94,429 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 80,295 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 64,271 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 51,315 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 35,754 miles

n/s/f tyre at 3mm

n/s/r tyre at 3mm

o/s/f tyre is at 3mm

o/s/r tyre at 2mm

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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X537 ENB is a 2001 BMW 525 in Red with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 X537 ENB, 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

How do I check the history of X537 ENB?

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What year was X537 ENB registered?

X537 ENB is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 12 January 2001.

Is X537 ENB safe to buy?

The MOT history for X537 ENB shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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