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Y153 EAB

2001 BMW 5 Series

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

229,390 mi
Last recorded229,390 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2019
Typical for 2001 BMW 5 Series106,542 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY153 EAB
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2019 229,390 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2019 229,390 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 224,571 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Feb 2017 217,239 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 203,030 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2016 203,030 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 192,397 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Feb 2015 192,397 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Feb 2014 178,945 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 170,985 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2013 170,985 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Inner Front Lower Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 161,848 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2011 151,983 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)

Pass 8 Feb 2010 140,844 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 136,256 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 130,450 miles

Nearside Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2007 118,526 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 113,535 miles

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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Y153 EAB is a 2001 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 Y153 EAB, 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 Y153 EAB registered?

Y153 EAB is a 2001 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 8 March 2001.

Is Y153 EAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y153 EAB shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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