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Y477 BGN

2001 BMW 5 Series

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

113,365 mi
Last recorded113,365 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW 5 Series106,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY477 BGN
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 113,365 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2024 112,071 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 108,560 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2022 106,982 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 8 Nov 2022 106,980 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 104,185 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 96,731 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Nov 2020 96,731 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2019 93,792 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 27 Nov 2018 93,163 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2017 92,087 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2016 90,693 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 89,976 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 85,079 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 81,464 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 13 Dec 2012 78,469 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 74,045 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 69,713 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 63,995 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 56,720 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 49,507 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2006 44,109 miles

Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 44,109 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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Y477 BGN is a 2001 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 Y477 BGN, 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 Y477 BGN registered?

Y477 BGN is a 2001 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 20 June 2001.

Is Y477 BGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y477 BGN shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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