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Y258 DMG

2001 BMW 5 Series

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

87,237 mi
Last recorded87,237 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2018
Typical for 2001 BMW 5 Series106,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY258 DMG
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2018 87,237 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

Offside slight play at steering arm

Fail 8 Mar 2018 87,237 miles

Nearside Front Upper 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 Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

Offside slight play at steering arm

Pass 9 Mar 2017 83,600 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 80,375 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

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

engine oil leak

Fail 16 Mar 2016 80,375 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

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

engine oil leak

exhaust damper missing on rear silencer

Pass 23 Mar 2015 75,949 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 70,916 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 66,380 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 May 2012 62,669 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2011 58,115 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 52,608 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 47,127 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 41,643 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 2 May 2008 41,643 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 May 2007 36,284 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 30,590 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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Y258 DMG is a 2001 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 Y258 DMG, 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.

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What year was Y258 DMG registered?

Y258 DMG is a 2001 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 25 June 2001.

Is Y258 DMG safe to buy?

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