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Y157 NDT

2001 BMW 5 Series

Green Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

145,816 mi
Last recorded145,816 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2008
Typical for 2001 BMW 5 Series106,542 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY157 NDT
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2008 145,816 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 134,316 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

rear brake pad warning wire not conected

Fail 17 Aug 2007 134,313 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

rear brake pad warning wire not conected

Pass 26 Jul 2006 121,467 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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Y157 NDT is a 2001 BMW 5 Series in Green with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y157 NDT, 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

How do I check the history of Y157 NDT?

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What year was Y157 NDT registered?

Y157 NDT is a 2001 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 24 April 2001.

Is Y157 NDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y157 NDT shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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