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Y96 PGU

2001 BMW 525

Green Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2015
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

119,853 mi
Last recorded119,853 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2014
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY96 PGU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2014 119,853 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

rear both tyres worn inner tread.

Fail 10 Jul 2014 119,853 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear both tyres worn inner tread.

Pass 3 Jul 2013 114,472 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2013 114,426 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Lower 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 Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

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

Oil leak

offside front tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 3 May 2013 114,269 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak

ENGINE MISSFIRE

NO OIL IN ENGINE ADDED 5'5LTRS

NSF/NSR/OSR TYERS WALLS DAMAGED

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

Oil leak

Fail 15 Feb 2012 104,913 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside washer jet inseure temp:repair

Pass 15 Feb 2012 104,913 miles

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

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

offside washer jet inseure temp:repair

Fail 25 Aug 2010 94,198 miles

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

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

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

Outer Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 94,198 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2009 88,458 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 74,084 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 66,407 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2007 66,313 miles

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2006 56,563 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 PGU is a 2001 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PGU, 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 PGU registered?

Y96 PGU is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 30 March 2001.

Is Y96 PGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y96 PGU shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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