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Y424 BPL

2001 BMW 5 Series

Green Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

115,271 mi
Last recorded115,271 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2019
Typical for 2001 BMW 5 Series106,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY424 BPL
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2019 115,271 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 29 Mar 2019 115,271 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 111,343 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 107,331 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2017 107,331 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 102,001 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2016 102,000 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 95,681 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 90,656 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2013 84,814 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 84,814 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 80,228 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 76,097 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 69,377 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 61,222 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 11 Mar 2008 50,210 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 42,348 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 38,076 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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Y424 BPL is a 2001 BMW 5 Series in Green with a 2,494cc petrol 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 Y424 BPL, 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 Y424 BPL?

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What year was Y424 BPL registered?

Y424 BPL is a 2001 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 29 March 2001.

Is Y424 BPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y424 BPL 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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