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X845 XKH

2001 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2023
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

155,567 mi
Last recorded155,567 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2022
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX845 XKH
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2022 155,567 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 154,910 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2019 153,160 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Feb 2019 153,160 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 150,910 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2018 150,910 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2017 147,967 miles

front brake pads worn

rear brake pads worn

Pass 22 Feb 2016 144,627 miles

steering slightly stiff

Pass 3 Mar 2015 137,604 miles

both front headlights will need attention

both rear tyres are worn

front offside bumper is damaged

left hand drive vehicle

mileage and speedometer is displayed in km

rear offside road wheel is damaged

Fail 3 Mar 2015 137,604 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

both front headlights will need attention

both rear tyres are worn

front offside bumper is damaged

left hand drive vehicle

mileage and speedometer is displayed in km

rear offside road wheel is damaged

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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X845 XKH is a 2001 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 X845 XKH, 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 X845 XKH?

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What year was X845 XKH registered?

X845 XKH is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is X845 XKH safe to buy?

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