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Y96 GBR

2001 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

115,120 mi
Last recorded115,120 miles
Recorded on12 May 2016
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY96 GBR
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2016 115,120 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides &o/s/r (4.1.E.1)

oil leak

Pass 21 Apr 2015 101,830 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake matel pipes not cheked propely due to protaction coated & ubove covers

Pass 14 May 2014 96,247 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 May 2013 86,693 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 11 May 2013 86,676 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 10 May 2012 81,790 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

Pass 9 May 2011 71,286 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 61,623 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 61,622 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear exhaust box heat shield insecure

Pass 11 Jun 2009 57,913 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2009 57,912 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 53,060 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 48,860 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 44,396 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 525?

Based on 724,963 MOT tests across 56,965 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
7,259
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
56,965
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,171
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,448
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,227
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,065
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 9,710
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Y96 GBR is a 2001 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2001 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 106,448 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 525 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,171 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y96 GBR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 525 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 25 years old, this BMW 525 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y96 GBR registered?

Y96 GBR is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 15 June 2001.

Is Y96 GBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y96 GBR shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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