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Y332 XBK

2001 BMW 5 Series

Red Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

112,637 mi
Last recorded112,637 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2017
Typical for 2001 BMW 5 Series106,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY332 XBK
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2017 112,637 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 112,636 miles

Central Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2016 109,587 miles

1. Unable to inspect outer sills fully due to plastic sill covers.

2. Slight damage to front number plate.

3. Nearside front anti roll bar link pin bush dust cover starting to split.

4. Rear brake discs starting to corrode.

5. Hand brake travel close to limits.

6. Steel brake pipes at rear starting to corrode.

Pass 15 Jun 2015 105,621 miles

1. Unable to inspect outer sills fully due to sill covers. 2. Rear number plate becoming deteriorated. 3. Slight damage to front number plate. 4. Both rear tyres near legal limits.

Pass 12 Jun 2014 101,409 miles

1. Slight damage to front number plate. 2. Rear number plate starting to deteriorate. 3. Undersides of asills not fully tested due to plastic sill covers.

Pass 10 Jun 2013 95,993 miles

Front brake discs becoming corroded.

Pass 27 Jun 2012 90,118 miles

1. Front brake discs slightly pitted. 2. Slight exhaust leak from front pipes.

Pass 25 May 2011 82,855 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 76,063 miles

1/ slight exhaust blow at front

Pass 3 Jun 2009 69,143 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 69,126 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 May 2008 62,141 miles

rear brake discs pitted.

Pass 16 May 2007 51,599 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 42,358 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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Y332 XBK is a 2001 BMW 5 Series in Red with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 Y332 XBK, 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 Y332 XBK registered?

Y332 XBK is a 2001 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 9 July 2001.

Is Y332 XBK safe to buy?

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